Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon

Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon is a fruit-forward Napa Valley Cabernet produced by Bennett Lane Winery in Calistoga, California, in a standard 750ml bottle. The wine takes its name from the final turn before the straightaway on famous oval racetracks — a nod to winery owners Randy and Lisa Lynch, whose passion for car racing infuses their entire brand identity and winemaking philosophy.

Quick Facts: Origin: Calistoga, Napa Valley, California  |  Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon  |  Winery: Bennett Lane  |  Winemaker: Grant Hammond  |  Closure: Screw Cap

Production & Heritage

Bennett Lane Winery sits at the northern end of Napa Valley in Calistoga, a sub-region celebrated for its warm climate and volcanic soils that yield concentrated, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon. Owners Randy and Lisa Lynch created the Turn 4 label to channel their love of motorsport into a wine that mirrors the intensity and thrill of racing — full-throttle ripeness with bold fruit expression. Winemaker Grant Hammond crafts Turn 4 for immediate drinkability, sealing each bottle with a screw cap to ensure consistency and ease of access while prioritizing generous, forward fruit character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Deep, dark purplish-red in the glass with a dense opaque core extending to a fine violet-red rim. The nose delivers immediate juicy black-fruit crush — boysenberry parfait, black currant, raspberry coulis, and jammy marionberry layered with hints of toasted oak and cherries jubilee.

Taste: The palate opens with a generous mouthful of crushed berries — cherries, blueberries, and raspberries all merged together in a sweet, ripe medley. Soft, forward tannins provide structure without astringency, while good underlying acidity keeps everything balanced and lively through the mid-palate. Fruit-driven mineral notes add a subtle depth beneath the berry-forward core.

Finish: Clean and satisfying, with lingering berry fruit and gentle oak spice that fades gradually. Reviewers have called it utterly quaffable — enough structure to hold interest, but enough generosity to drink without hesitation.

How to Drink Turn 4

Serve at 60–65°F in a standard Bordeaux glass to let the generous fruit aromatics expand fully. A brief 15–20 minute decant can soften the wine further, though it drinks beautifully straight from the bottle.

Turn 4's bold berry profile and soft tannins make it a natural match for grilled steaks, where its dark fruit complements smoky char. Try it alongside a hearty bolognese — the wine's acidity cuts through rich tomato-based sauces — or pour it with a charcuterie board of aged cheddar and salami, where its fruit-and-oak interplay shines.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners that call for a bold but approachable Napa Valley red
• Gifting a motorsport enthusiast who also appreciates wine
• Backyard grilling sessions with steaks, burgers, or barbecue
• Introducing someone to Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon at an accessible price point

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Turn 4 taste like? Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a generous, fruit-driven profile dominated by crushed boysenberry, black currant, cherry, and blueberry flavors. Soft tannins and balancing acidity keep it smooth and easy to drink.

How does Turn 4 compare to Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon? Both are Napa Valley Cabernets, but Turn 4 leans further into ripe, jammy fruit with softer tannins, making it more immediately approachable. Robert Mondavi's Napa Valley bottling tends toward a more structured, classic style with firmer tannins and more prominent oak influence.

Is Turn 4 good for everyday drinking? Yes — Turn 4 is built as a fruit-forward, approachable Cabernet that drinks well on its own or alongside a wide range of foods. Its screw-cap closure and quaffable style make it a practical everyday red.

Where is Turn 4 made? Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Bennett Lane Winery in Calistoga, at the northern end of Napa Valley, California. Calistoga is known for warm temperatures and volcanic soils that produce rich, concentrated red wines.

What foods pair well with Turn 4? Grilled ribeye steak complements the wine's dark berry fruit and smoky undertones. Slow-braised short ribs match its soft tannin structure. Bolognese pasta benefits from its balancing acidity. Aged cheddar echoes its fruit-and-oak interplay. Dark chocolate desserts mirror its ripe berry sweetness.

What sizes does Turn 4 come in? Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Turn 4 worth the price? Turn 4 positions as an accessible entry point into Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, offering concentrated fruit character and soft tannins at a price well below many single-vineyard Napa bottlings. For drinkers seeking bold Napa character without a premium investment, it represents strong value in the category.

Why Turn 4?

Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon earns its place in the Napa Valley landscape by delivering unabashed fruit intensity at an approachable price. Produced by Bennett Lane Winery in Calistoga — one of Napa's warmest and most mineral-rich sub-regions — the wine benefits from the concentrated, ripe fruit that volcanic soils and long, warm growing days naturally produce. The racing-inspired branding reflects the full-throttle winemaking philosophy of Grant Hammond, who builds these wines for immediate pleasure rather than long cellaring. For anyone who wants a Napa Cab that rewards the first glass as much as the last, Turn 4 delivers without pretense.