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1999 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon – Cult Napa Valley Elegance
The 1999 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon embodies the finesse and power that have made Bryant one of the most sought-after California Cult Wines. Produced on Pritchard Hill overlooking Lake Hennessey, this wine reflects the vineyard’s volcanic soils and meticulous farming, delivering a Cabernet that rivals the finest Bordeaux in longevity and structure.
Tasting Notes
Opening with complex aromas of cassis, black cherry, and cedar, the 1999 reveals evolving layers of dried herbs, tobacco leaf, and truffle. On the palate, it is polished and graceful, offering ripe black fruit, graphite, and savory undertones balanced by velvety tannins. The finish is long and mineral-driven, reflecting both terroir and age.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 1999 vintage is composed of **100% Cabernet Sauvignon**, aged for approximately **22 months in new French oak barrels**. The volcanic, iron-rich soils of Pritchard Hill contribute to the wine’s structure and aromatic complexity, while low yields ensured intensity and concentration.
Investment & Collectibility
The 1999 Bryant Family Cabernet is a prized collector’s bottle, representing one of the defining eras of Napa’s cult wine movement. With its scarcity and proven longevity, it remains highly desirable on the secondary market. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Specifics & Accolades
The **1999 vintage** in Napa Valley is considered excellent, producing wines of structure, depth, and balance. Many wines from this year continue to age gracefully, with Bryant among the standouts.
- 95 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 94 points – Vinous
- 94 points – Wine Spectator





