2020 MacDonald Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
America / California / Napa Valley / Oakville
WINEMAKER NOTES
2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Cult Oakville Rarity
The 2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa Valley’s most elusive cult wines, sourced from a historic block of To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. Produced by brothers Graeme and Alex MacDonald in extremely limited quantities, the wine embodies purity, elegance, and terroir-driven character that have made it one of the most coveted California Cult Wines.
Tasting Notes
The 2020 vintage offers a deeply expressive bouquet of blackcurrant, violets, and graphite, layered with hints of cedarwood, fresh herbs, and subtle minerality. The palate is sleek yet powerful, delivering ripe black fruit, fine-grained tannins, and remarkable balance. A long, structured finish underscores the precision and elegance of this small-production wine.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Sourced exclusively from organically farmed parcels of To Kalon, the 2020 MacDonald is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is vinified with minimal intervention, fermented in small lots, and aged in French oak barrels, largely new, for close to two years. The unique blue alluvial soils of To Kalon contribute the hallmark tension, depth, and minerality.
Investment & Collectibility
With minuscule production and a cult following, the 2020 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa’s most difficult wines to obtain. Its association with To Kalon and its reputation for quality ensure its place among the most collectible Napa Valley Cabernets. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2020 vintage was marked by challenges across Napa Valley, but meticulous farming and careful selection allowed MacDonald Vineyards to produce an elegant, balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. While volumes were especially limited, quality remained uncompromised, offering a pure and age-worthy expression of Oakville terroir.
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Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping
We ship wine from Los Angeles, California, to eligible U.S. states via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 PM Pacific Time typically ship the same business day. Orders received after Thursday's cutoff or Friday through Sunday are generally held until Monday to avoid weekend transit. Shipping schedules may vary due to weather, holidays, and carrier operations.
Same-day local delivery may be available within the Los Angeles area Monday through Friday for orders placed before 2:00 PM Pacific Time. Please contact us to confirm availability and arrangements.
Packaging & Weather Holds
All wines are packed in protective EPS foam shipping containers, with gel packs used when appropriate. Original Wooden Cases (OWC) are shipped separately to protect both the wine and its original packaging.
During periods of excessive heat or freezing temperatures, we may recommend expedited shipping or holding your order. Complimentary temperature-controlled storage is available for up to six months from the purchase date. Select the weather-hold option at checkout or contact us to arrange a future shipment.
Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for shipping recommendations, weather forecasts, and temperature-related responsibilities.
Shipping Protection
Shipping protection against eligible loss or physical damage during transit is included with qualifying shipments, subject to applicable coverage terms, exclusions, and claims requirements. Temperature-related deterioration, including heat or cold exposure, is not covered.
Delivery & Signature Requirements
All wine deliveries require an adult signature from a recipient aged 21 or older. Customers are responsible for providing an accurate shipping address and ensuring an eligible adult is available on the first delivery attempt.
Failed delivery attempts, incorrect or incomplete addresses, refused deliveries, rerouting, or returned shipments may result in additional carrier, return, and reshipment charges payable by the customer.
International Shipping
International shipping may be arranged to select destinations, subject to prior approval and a minimum order of $2,000. Availability, import requirements, duties, and restrictions vary by destination. Please review our International Shipping Information before placing an order.
Where We Ship
We currently ship wine to the following U.S. states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Shipping eligibility is subject to applicable laws and carrier availability. If your state is unavailable at checkout, please contact us to confirm current shipping options.
2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Cult Oakville Rarity
The 2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa Valley’s most elusive cult wines, sourced from a historic block of To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. Produced by brothers Graeme and Alex MacDonald in extremely limited quantities, the wine embodies purity, elegance, and terroir-driven character that have made it one of the most coveted California Cult Wines.
Tasting Notes
The 2020 vintage offers a deeply expressive bouquet of blackcurrant, violets, and graphite, layered with hints of cedarwood, fresh herbs, and subtle minerality. The palate is sleek yet powerful, delivering ripe black fruit, fine-grained tannins, and remarkable balance. A long, structured finish underscores the precision and elegance of this small-production wine.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Sourced exclusively from organically farmed parcels of To Kalon, the 2020 MacDonald is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is vinified with minimal intervention, fermented in small lots, and aged in French oak barrels, largely new, for close to two years. The unique blue alluvial soils of To Kalon contribute the hallmark tension, depth, and minerality.
Investment & Collectibility
With minuscule production and a cult following, the 2020 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa’s most difficult wines to obtain. Its association with To Kalon and its reputation for quality ensure its place among the most collectible Napa Valley Cabernets. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2020 vintage was marked by challenges across Napa Valley, but meticulous farming and careful selection allowed MacDonald Vineyards to produce an elegant, balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. While volumes were especially limited, quality remained uncompromised, offering a pure and age-worthy expression of Oakville terroir.
Explore Related Collections
2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Cult Oakville Rarity
The 2020 MacDonald Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa Valley’s most elusive cult wines, sourced from a historic block of To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. Produced by brothers Graeme and Alex MacDonald in extremely limited quantities, the wine embodies purity, elegance, and terroir-driven character that have made it one of the most coveted California Cult Wines.
Tasting Notes
The 2020 vintage offers a deeply expressive bouquet of blackcurrant, violets, and graphite, layered with hints of cedarwood, fresh herbs, and subtle minerality. The palate is sleek yet powerful, delivering ripe black fruit, fine-grained tannins, and remarkable balance. A long, structured finish underscores the precision and elegance of this small-production wine.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Sourced exclusively from organically farmed parcels of To Kalon, the 2020 MacDonald is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is vinified with minimal intervention, fermented in small lots, and aged in French oak barrels, largely new, for close to two years. The unique blue alluvial soils of To Kalon contribute the hallmark tension, depth, and minerality.
Investment & Collectibility
With minuscule production and a cult following, the 2020 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon is one of Napa’s most difficult wines to obtain. Its association with To Kalon and its reputation for quality ensure its place among the most collectible Napa Valley Cabernets. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2020 vintage was marked by challenges across Napa Valley, but meticulous farming and careful selection allowed MacDonald Vineyards to produce an elegant, balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. While volumes were especially limited, quality remained uncompromised, offering a pure and age-worthy expression of Oakville terroir.
Explore Related Collections
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