{"product_id":"spottswoode-estate-2008","title":"2008 Spottswoode","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2008 Spottswoode Family Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon – St. Helena Elegance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2008 Spottswoode Family Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the grace and precision that have defined this historic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/spottswoode-estate-vineyard-winery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSt. Helena estate\u003c\/a\u003e for over four decades. Founded in 1882 and organically farmed since 1985, Spottswoode remains one of Napa Valley’s true benchmarks for refined, terroir-driven Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2008 vintage reveals aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblack plum\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecassis\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eviolet\u003c\/strong\u003e layered with \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecedar spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, and hints of \u003cstrong\u003etobacco leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is polished yet powerful, offering fine-grained tannins, vibrant acidity, and a finish that lingers with notes of dark chocolate and crushed herbs. Structured and harmonious, it’s a quintessential expression of Spottswoode’s balance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced exclusively from the estate’s organically certified vineyards on the western edge of St. Helena, this wine is crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Aged for 20 months in 60% new French oak, the 2008 showcases the precision of winemaker Aron Weinkauf’s approach, emphasizing purity, energy, and the unique character of the vineyard’s gravelly alluvial soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpottswoode’s wines are among Napa Valley’s most collectible for their elegance, consistency, and aging potential. The \u003cstrong\u003e2008 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out for its transparency and structure—highly sought after by collectors who value classical Napa balance. Perfect for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2008 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e was marked by an early frost and a warm, dry summer, producing small, concentrated berries with remarkable aromatic depth. Careful vineyard management resulted in wines of exceptional purity and longevity, with Spottswoode producing one of the standout Cabernets of the year.\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\/napa-valley\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNapa Valley Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/cabernet-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCabernet Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/spottswoode-estate-vineyard-winery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpottswoode Estate Vineyard \u0026amp; Winery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/rare-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRare 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\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spottswoode","offers":[{"title":"1.5 L","offer_id":46873800966336,"sku":"FRGE-SPW-C08-150","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/2008-spottswoode-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-st-helena-napa-valley-bottle-front.webp?v=1760959211","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/spottswoode-estate-2008","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}