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1995 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon wine label Napa Valley California USA sold by Angry Wine Merchant
Bryant Family Vineyard wines sold by Angry Wine Merchant
2014 Bryant Family Vineyard - Angry Wine Merchant
2014 Bryant Family Vineyard - Angry Wine Merchant
2014 Bryant Family Vineyard - Angry Wine Merchant

1995 Bryant Family Vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon

America / California / Napa Valley  / Pritchard Hill

$885
RP 99
V 95
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1995 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon – Early Cult Napa Icon

The 1995 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon stands as one of the foundational wines that helped define Napa Valley’s cult Cabernet movement. Produced from steep hillside vineyards overlooking Lake Hennessey, this early Bryant release captures the estate’s hallmark intensity, structure, and longevity that quickly earned international acclaim.

Tasting Notes

Now beautifully mature, the wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dried blackberry, cedar, and graphite, layered with notes of tobacco and warm earth. The palate remains remarkably composed, offering dense yet resolved fruit supported by polished tannins. Subtle spice and mineral tones carry through a long, savory finish that reflects both site and careful cellaring.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon grown on volcanic and rocky hillside soils, the 1995 vintage benefited from low yields and extended hang time. Fermentation and aging were handled with a focus on structure and balance, including maturation in French oak barrels to frame the wine’s natural power without overwhelming its clarity.

Investment & Collectibility

Bryant Family Vineyard remains one of Napa Valley’s most sought-after producers, with early vintages like 1995 commanding particular attention from collectors. Scarcity, proven aging performance, and historical significance make this bottling a compelling acquisition for serious fine wine portfolios.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 1995 Napa Valley vintage produced wines of firmness and longevity, especially from hillside sites. Bryant Family Vineyard emerged as a standout, with this bottling continuing to be recognized for its structure and aging potential.

Explore Related Collections

RP 99

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon is cut from the same mold as the profound 1996, displaying astonishing levels of black fruits (the usual suspects - blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and cassis), phenomenal concentration, and virtually perfect balance and equilibrium. I recently wrote an article in Food and Wine magazine itemizing the characteristics of a great wine. They are: 1) the ability to please both the palate and the intellect, 2) the ability to hold the taster's interest, 3) the ability to offer intense aromas and flavors without heaviness, 4) the ability to taste better with each sip, 5) the ability to improve with age, and 6) the ability to offer a singular personality. This wine satisfies every one of those requirements. I often wonder if I get too excited about wines such as this. Yet time is on their side. I truly believe that in 20, 40, or 60 years, when the history of what appears to be a golden age for California wines is analyzed, these wines, and the work of their winemaker, will be even more admired and appreciated by future generations than they are today. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker Jr., Issue date: December 1997. Drinking window: 1997 - 2027.
V 95

Vinous

Opaque ruby-red. Fruity, expressive aromas of black raspberry, nuts and fresh herbs; distinctly cooler than the '97 and '96. Velvety and sweet in the mouth, with an extraordinarily lush texture for the vintage. Extremely harmonious from the outset, with nicely integrated acidity and sweet, slow-to-build tannins. Great finishing fruit. Production here fell sharply beginning with this vintage because of replanting. Reviewed by Stephen Tanzer, Issue date: May 1998. Drinking window: n/a.

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  • WINEMAKER NOTES
RP 99

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon is cut from the same mold as the profound 1996, displaying astonishing levels of black fruits (the usual suspects - blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and cassis), phenomenal concentration, and virtually perfect balance and equilibrium. I recently wrote an article in Food and Wine magazine itemizing the characteristics of a great wine. They are: 1) the ability to please both the palate and the intellect, 2) the ability to hold the taster's interest, 3) the ability to offer intense aromas and flavors without heaviness, 4) the ability to taste better with each sip, 5) the ability to improve with age, and 6) the ability to offer a singular personality. This wine satisfies every one of those requirements. I often wonder if I get too excited about wines such as this. Yet time is on their side. I truly believe that in 20, 40, or 60 years, when the history of what appears to be a golden age for California wines is analyzed, these wines, and the work of their winemaker, will be even more admired and appreciated by future generations than they are today. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker Jr., Issue date: December 1997. Drinking window: 1997 - 2027.
V 95

Vinous

Opaque ruby-red. Fruity, expressive aromas of black raspberry, nuts and fresh herbs; distinctly cooler than the '97 and '96. Velvety and sweet in the mouth, with an extraordinarily lush texture for the vintage. Extremely harmonious from the outset, with nicely integrated acidity and sweet, slow-to-build tannins. Great finishing fruit. Production here fell sharply beginning with this vintage because of replanting. Reviewed by Stephen Tanzer, Issue date: May 1998. Drinking window: n/a.

1995 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon – Early Cult Napa Icon

The 1995 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon stands as one of the foundational wines that helped define Napa Valley’s cult Cabernet movement. Produced from steep hillside vineyards overlooking Lake Hennessey, this early Bryant release captures the estate’s hallmark intensity, structure, and longevity that quickly earned international acclaim.

Tasting Notes

Now beautifully mature, the wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dried blackberry, cedar, and graphite, layered with notes of tobacco and warm earth. The palate remains remarkably composed, offering dense yet resolved fruit supported by polished tannins. Subtle spice and mineral tones carry through a long, savory finish that reflects both site and careful cellaring.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon grown on volcanic and rocky hillside soils, the 1995 vintage benefited from low yields and extended hang time. Fermentation and aging were handled with a focus on structure and balance, including maturation in French oak barrels to frame the wine’s natural power without overwhelming its clarity.

Investment & Collectibility

Bryant Family Vineyard remains one of Napa Valley’s most sought-after producers, with early vintages like 1995 commanding particular attention from collectors. Scarcity, proven aging performance, and historical significance make this bottling a compelling acquisition for serious fine wine portfolios.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 1995 Napa Valley vintage produced wines of firmness and longevity, especially from hillside sites. Bryant Family Vineyard emerged as a standout, with this bottling continuing to be recognized for its structure and aging potential.

Explore Related Collections

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