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2022 MacDonald Vineyards
2022 MacDonald Vineyards
2022 MacDonald Vineyards
2022 MacDonald Vineyards
2022 MacDonald Vineyards

2022 MacDonald Vineyards

Cabernet Sauvignon

America / California / Napa Valley  / Oakville

¥153,300
JD 96
V 93
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2022 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Oakville’s Rare Cult Expression

The 2022 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of small-production Napa Valley winemaking. Farmed by the MacDonald brothers on their historic plot within Oakville’s famed To Kalon Vineyard, this release reflects precision farming, old-vine intensity, and a terroir-driven approach that has cemented its cult status among collectors of California Cult Wines.

Tasting Notes

The 2022 vintage bursts with cassis, black plum, and violet on the nose, followed by undertones of graphite, cedar, and subtle herbal lift. On the palate, it is structured yet elegant, delivering layers of dark berries, licorice, and fine-grained tannins. The finish is long and mineral-laced, showcasing balance and depth that promise decades of evolution.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Produced exclusively from the family’s organically farmed vines in To Kalon, the wine is crafted with minimal intervention to preserve purity. Whole berry fermentation, native yeasts, and aging in carefully selected French oak barrels highlight the vineyard’s character. The gravelly alluvial soils and historic Cabernet Sauvignon vines imbue the wine with a signature structure and aromatic lift.

Investment & Collectibility

The 2022 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon is among the most limited and highly allocated wines in Napa Valley. With its provenance, scarcity, and cult following, it has become one of the most coveted investment-grade wines from Oakville. Perfect for your collection.

Vintage Insights

The 2022 Napa Valley vintage was warm and dry, producing low yields of highly concentrated fruit. The conditions favored old-vine vineyards like MacDonald’s, resulting in wines of density, freshness, and remarkable balance. This release stands alongside their finest vintages to date.

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JD 96

Jeb Dunnuck

(Rating 96+). The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is clearly one of the successes in the vintage. With a deep purple hue as well as gorgeous aromatics of ripe blackcurrants, darker chocolate, roasted herbs, and graphite, it hits the palate with a medium to full-bodied texture, a round, layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's a classic, ripe, textured, stunningly balanced 2022 that will drink beautifully over two decades. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck. Issue Date: January 2025. Drinking window: 2025 - 2045.
V 93

Vinous

Just bottled, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is an attractive wine. Crushed flowers, red cherry, red plum, lavender and spice open nicely. The 2022 shows the mid-weight structure of the year, with fine balance and an understated personality that is typical of this vintage. Readers will find an enjoyable wine but one that clearly lacks the dimension and dynamic energy of the very finest vintages. Reviewed by Antonio Galloni. Issue Date: December 2024. Drinking window: 2028 - 2037.

Domestic Shipping

We currently ship to all U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS.

Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles Metro area if placed before noon. Please contact us at (626) 714-7006 to arrange expedited local service.

Packaging & Warm Weather Shipping

To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers with gel packs when necessary. During warmer months, we recommend selecting Next Day Air service. If Ground shipping is selected during high temperatures, a signed waiver may be required to release us from liability due to heat exposure.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, bottles are removed and shipped in foam for safety. The wooden case ships separately via Ground unless otherwise requested.

Weather Holds & Free Storage

In periods of extreme weather, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safe conditions return. If you request immediate shipment during such periods, you must confirm in writing and acknowledge that you waive any condition guarantees.

We also offer complimentary temperature-controlled storage for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the “Hold for Weather” option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping at a later date.

Insurance

We provide free shipping insurance for loss or visible damage during transit, per carrier terms and conditions.

Adult Signature Required

All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, or failed delivery attempts.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Orders are shipped to the exact shipping address provided at checkout. Angry Wine Merchant is not responsible for errors or omissions in the address submitted by the customer. If a package is delayed, returned, or misdelivered due to incorrect shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if re-shipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.

States We Ship To

We ship to the following U.S. states:

Alabama (AL), Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), Arkansas (AR), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY)

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International Shipping

We do offer international shipping where legally allowed. For details, click here or contact us directly.

  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
JD 96

Jeb Dunnuck

(Rating 96+). The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is clearly one of the successes in the vintage. With a deep purple hue as well as gorgeous aromatics of ripe blackcurrants, darker chocolate, roasted herbs, and graphite, it hits the palate with a medium to full-bodied texture, a round, layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's a classic, ripe, textured, stunningly balanced 2022 that will drink beautifully over two decades. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck. Issue Date: January 2025. Drinking window: 2025 - 2045.
V 93

Vinous

Just bottled, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is an attractive wine. Crushed flowers, red cherry, red plum, lavender and spice open nicely. The 2022 shows the mid-weight structure of the year, with fine balance and an understated personality that is typical of this vintage. Readers will find an enjoyable wine but one that clearly lacks the dimension and dynamic energy of the very finest vintages. Reviewed by Antonio Galloni. Issue Date: December 2024. Drinking window: 2028 - 2037.

2022 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Oakville’s Rare Cult Expression

The 2022 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of small-production Napa Valley winemaking. Farmed by the MacDonald brothers on their historic plot within Oakville’s famed To Kalon Vineyard, this release reflects precision farming, old-vine intensity, and a terroir-driven approach that has cemented its cult status among collectors of California Cult Wines.

Tasting Notes

The 2022 vintage bursts with cassis, black plum, and violet on the nose, followed by undertones of graphite, cedar, and subtle herbal lift. On the palate, it is structured yet elegant, delivering layers of dark berries, licorice, and fine-grained tannins. The finish is long and mineral-laced, showcasing balance and depth that promise decades of evolution.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Produced exclusively from the family’s organically farmed vines in To Kalon, the wine is crafted with minimal intervention to preserve purity. Whole berry fermentation, native yeasts, and aging in carefully selected French oak barrels highlight the vineyard’s character. The gravelly alluvial soils and historic Cabernet Sauvignon vines imbue the wine with a signature structure and aromatic lift.

Investment & Collectibility

The 2022 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon is among the most limited and highly allocated wines in Napa Valley. With its provenance, scarcity, and cult following, it has become one of the most coveted investment-grade wines from Oakville. Perfect for your collection.

Vintage Insights

The 2022 Napa Valley vintage was warm and dry, producing low yields of highly concentrated fruit. The conditions favored old-vine vineyards like MacDonald’s, resulting in wines of density, freshness, and remarkable balance. This release stands alongside their finest vintages to date.

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