92
Points
Lot 496 | 2022 Napa Valley Proprietary Red 750ml

Lot 496
2022 Napa Valley Proprietary Red

750ml
$42.00
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Available for purchase in the U.S. only excluding AK, DE, HI, RI, UT.

$120/bottle under the original label

Lot 496 is a grand Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. While we’re forbidden from disclosing the exact percentages, the grapes hail from estate vineyards throughout the valley, and the final blend reflects a perfect cross-section of Napa’s famed terroirs. Their no-expense-spared winemaking approach, coupled with an almost absurd attention to detail, has amassed over a decade of mid-90s scores for this series, including a 92-point score from James Suckling under our label.

This proprietary red opens with an intense nose of dark red and black fruits, enveloped by a halo of blue fruit, blood orange, and a subtle dried herb complexity. The palate is a showcase of terroir expression – pyrazines are intertwined with dry, fresh tannins, leading to layers of stones, brambles, and uplifted spice. A whisper of tobacco leaf adds depth, while a long, enduring finish brings together notes of vanilla, dark berries, and a hint of leather. Simply class.


14.2% alc

Overall rating: 4.868421 / 5 from 38 reviews.

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Outstanding wine.

"This is a beautiful, deep purple wine. Lovely to look at but even better to drink. Decanted about an hour, probably could use more, but it was still a mouthful, which is the best way to describe it. You can feel it as you drink it. Highly recommended."

— Jim P. (5/5)

Exquisite. And a bargain.

"I have not had a dud from De Negoce yet, but I think this bottle is especially fine and a steal too, especially when you wait for the periodic sales."

— Nicholas S. (5/5)

Good bold red

"If you are looking for a bold red, you can't go wrong with this one. Pair it with a filet mignon and you will be happy. Excellent wine!"

— Brian N. (5/5)

So good I found out the state of Texas limits us from receiving more than 1 case of wine a month

"Ordered a couple of bottles and came back for cases"

— Jacqueline J. (5/5)

2022 Napa Valley proprietary red

"This cab is very good when it has a two hour to can’t!"

— Char M. (5/5)

Easy Drinker

"Very smooth and delicious red blend. Good now, cant wait to see how it evolves with some time. A great value as always!"

— Brian J. (5/5)

Excellent blend at great value

"Love blends and this 496 meets the goal. Very smooth with substance. We loved it. Will purchase more."

— Christin (5/5)

Best ever red

"Dark purple with hints of chocolate, blackberry and cassis with long elegant light tanning finish"

— Don B. (5/5)

496 Proprietary Red

"This really nice red blend comes together well with a smooth finish."

— Mark O. (5/5)

Well worth the wait for this gem

"Recently opened the first bottle with a friend and…you have a new customer coming your way! We loved it."

— Lee (5/5)

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