2022 MacDonald Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
America / California / Napa Valley / Oakville
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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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Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping
We currently ship wine to eligible U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS or FedEx, so please plan according to the carrier's delivery schedule.
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 & Temperature-Sensitive Shipping
To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers, with gel packs when necessary.
Wine is temperature-sensitive and may be affected by excessive heat, freezing temperatures, or significant temperature fluctuations during transit. During periods of elevated temperature risk, we strongly recommend selecting Next Day Air service whenever available.
Customers requesting shipment during warm or cold weather conditions must review and agree to our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy. By requesting shipment, customers acknowledge and accept the risks associated with temperature exposure, carrier delays, failed delivery attempts, and other transit-related conditions outside of Angry Wine Merchant's control.
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 heat or cold, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safer conditions return. Customers may also request that we hold an order for future shipment.
We 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, subject to carrier terms and conditions.
Shipping insurance does not cover deterioration in wine condition resulting from heat exposure, freezing temperatures, temperature fluctuations, carrier delays, missed delivery attempts, carrier holds, or other temperature-related transit conditions. Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for more information.
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All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization.
Customers are responsible for ensuring that an eligible adult is available to receive the shipment on the first delivery attempt. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, failed delivery attempts, returned shipments, or reshipment.
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, misdelivered, or requires rerouting due to incorrect or incomplete shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if reshipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.
International Shipping
We do offer international shipping where legally allowed. For details, click here or contact us directly.
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)
Shipping laws and carrier availability may change. If your state does not appear as an available shipping destination during checkout, we are unable to ship there at this time. Please contact us if you would like to confirm current eligibility.
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.
Explore Related Collections
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.
Explore Related Collections
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