{"product_id":"robert-mondavi-reserve-1982","title":"1982 Robert Mondavi","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1982 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon – Historic Napa Valley Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1982 Robert Mondavi Winery Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a vital chapter in the history of Napa Valley winemaking. As one of the first wineries to put California Cabernet Sauvignon on the global stage, Robert Mondavi’s Reserve bottlings set the benchmark for quality and age-worthy expression. The 1982 vintage is a rare opportunity to experience a mature Napa Cabernet crafted at the dawn of the region’s rise to international acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith four decades of development, this wine offers tertiary complexity. Aromas of \u003cstrong\u003edried cassis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecedar\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003etobacco leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e mingle with earthy notes of \u003cstrong\u003eleather\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eforest floor\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, softened tannins frame flavors of \u003cstrong\u003edried cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a subtle mineral edge. The finish is elegant and persistent, reflecting the balance of old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley’s finest vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1982 Reserve Cabernet was sourced from the winery’s best vineyard sites, including prime parcels in Oakville near the famed To Kalon Vineyard. Composed primarily of \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e with small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the wine was aged extensively in French oak barrels to enhance structure and longevity. Mondavi’s pioneering techniques emphasized elegance, integration, and balance over sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1982 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare library wine from one of Napa Valley’s foundational estates. As a piece of Napa’s modern history, bottles from this era are increasingly scarce and highly desirable for collectors of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/napa-valley\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNapa Valley wines\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/rare-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erare wines\u003c\/a\u003e. Perfect for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1982 vintage in Napa Valley was warm and generous, producing wines of ripe fruit character and balanced tannin structure. While approachable in their youth, the top bottlings—such as this Reserve—have developed gracefully, now offering fully mature complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/america\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmerican Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/california\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalifornia Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/cabernet-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCabernet Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/rare-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Robert Mondavi Winery","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":46755220816064,"sku":"FRGE-RMW-C82-750","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Robert_Mondavi_Winery_Reserve_Cabernet_Sauvignon_Napa_Valley_bottle_front.jpg?v=1758585435","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/robert-mondavi-reserve-1982","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}