J. Moss 2015 Cabernet “Premiere Napa Valley” Auction Lot

This one-of-a-kind PNV (Premiere Napa Valley) wine reflects the best of both worlds, expressing the magic of two exquisite family Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards, shaped by the collaboration and 26-month precise handcrafting by two rising star winemakers, James Moss and Julie Lumgair. The Rutherford component brings a powerful, dense, rich Rutherford Dust style, while the cooler hillside microsite from the Coombsville nested appellation artfully adds layers of bright, juicy dark fruits. 26 months elevage in 90% new French oak barrels and artful blending yields dense opulent dark fruit, mocha, complex spiced notes, and full structure with supple tannins. It will cellar gracefully for 20-25 years and may be decanted for earlier gratification.