94pts Wine & Spirits

Cameron Parry found his cabernet vines ripened their fruit in 2016 at Brix levels that were lower than usual, sustaining acidity in the grapes. They produced a young and luscious Oakville cabernet, the wine integrating oak and fruit tannins in a way that supercharges its flavors. Rather than weighing the wine down, the structure empowers it, presenting plummy blue fruit, scents of cassis and fruity-umami notes of mushrooms that last, gracious, gentle and refined.

93pts Wine Enthusiast

Blended with 9% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot, this Cabernet opens with earthy aromas of tar, sage and cedar. It expands on the palate to show an elegant structure of finessed, supple tannins alongside layers of clove and cinnamon atop ripe red and black berries

92pts Wine Spectator

A hint of singed savory leads off, turning quickly to a core of raspberry and mulberry fruit, lined with alluring tea, sanguine and iron notes. Offers fine-grained grip and should unwind nicely in the cellar. Drink now through 2030. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.

92pts Wilfred Wong of Wine

The 2016 Groth Cabernet Sauvignon shows up with a classic Napa Valley pedigree. This wine offers aromas and flavors of black fruit, dried herbs, and a trace of oak. Pair it with a well-marbled grilled ribeye. 

92pts James Suckling

A very plush and ripe, forthright style with abundant ripe plum and berry aromas, leading to a berry-flavored palate, laced with dark chocolate and vanilla.

91pts Decanter

Sweet oaky mint nose with delicate blackcurrant fruit. Lithe acididty with mintiness following through to the finish.

Tasting Notes

On the nose, the wine offers sweet aromas of blackberry tart, ripe plums, and marzipan, complemented by a savory hint of toasted coriander seed. These aromatics set the stage for a complex and inviting first impression. Upon tasting, the wine reveals a smooth opening, leading to a rich and full mouthfeel. The young tannins provide a sense of restrained power, hinting at the wine's aging potential.

A beautifully balanced acidity is a standout feature of this Cabernet, offering an undercurrent of freshness that contrasts and enhances the sweetness imparted by the new French oak. This acidity brings forward the dark fruit flavors while also highlighting ripe red berries. The finish is multi-layered, featuring notes of baking spices, wild blackberries, and a hint of dried black currant.

Winemaker Notes

The Groth Oakville Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, particularly the 2016 vintage, is a testament to the rich, opulent qualities that Napa Valley Cabernets are celebrated for. Its alluring dense, dark plum color is just the beginning of a deeply satisfying wine experience. The extraction process used in this wine yields an intensity and richness that is immediately apparent.

The alluring dense, dark plum color of the 2016 Oakville Cabernet is the first indication of the rich extraction in this wine. Sweet aromas of blackberry tart, ripe plums and marzipan are complemented with a savory hint of toasted coriander seed. The palate opens smoothly, building to a rich, full mouthfeel — the young tannins hinting at a restrained power. A beautifully balanced acidity dances throughout — giving an undercurrent of freshness and a counterpoint to the sweetness of the new French oak, lifting the dark fruits and bringing forward ripe red berries.

The finish is layered with baking spices, wild blackberries, and a hint of dried black currant. This wine is enjoyably exuberant now but has the fruit and structure to last another 15+ years should you desire.

Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot