By Mira Winery
Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2017

Vintage Summary
2017 was a year where nature kept us on our toes through much of the growing season. Winter brought us a much-needed abundance of rain that refreshed our groundwater supplies. The mild spring felt like a continuation of winter, culminating in a rare June hailstorm. The winter rains were brought to balance with warm summer temperatures, leading to wildfires at the end of harvest. Fortunately for Mira, none of our vineyards were impacted, and we had wrapped up harvest before the fires, saving us from any effect on wine quality.

Winemaking Notes
The fermentation period is characterized by hot peak temperatures in the must and a thorough extraction campaign to get every last drop of flavor. Thirty-eight days total tank time is followed by 18 months in French oak barrels, 65% new. The wine is not fined and not filtered.

Vineyard Notes
Just northwest of the Mira Estate, this outstanding vineyard along the Yountville bench features soils that hold more water and morning sun exposure, offering an intriguing contrast to our other fruit sources.

Tasting Notes
Fresh on the nose with touches of rosemary and sage alongside layers of fruit and a foundation of oak. Smooth yet structured, with a full body and a classic fruit character in counterpoint with earthy qualities. A fascinating wine to enjoy now and one that will reward you with a greater depth of character if held for several years.

Wine Details
Vintage: 2017
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard: Chandon
Malolactic Fermentation: Full, in barrel
Residual Sugar: 1.00 g/L
Titratable Acidity: 5.90 g/L
pH: 3.84
Alcohol: 14.50%
Barrel Program: 18 months, 65% new French oak, five coopers
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Mira 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville)
From: Yountville, Napa, California, US
Rating: 94 - Editor's Choice
Winery: Mira 
Region: Napa
Alcohol: 14.50%
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Type: Red
Bottle Size: 750 ml
​​​​​​​Publication Date: 3/1/2022
This wine is herbal and earthy, driven by a note of pencil shavings on the nose. The palate shows intriguing complexity and undeniable power. Dark chocolate adds a lasting rich note alongside a hint of crushed rock.
Reviewed By: Virginie Boone

MIRA CABERNET SAUVIGNON NAPA VALLEY YOUNTVILLE 2017
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Country: United States
Region: California
Vintage: 2017
Score: 92
This has a character of ripe blueberries and plums, fresh violets and coffee. Hints of pencil shavings and tobacco. Full-bodied with fine-grained tannins, creamy texture and bright acidity. Ripe yet succulent and fresh. Long finish with a touch of mint. Slightly fluid at the end. Try from 2022.

Mira, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Yountville, 2017
Tasted by: Michelle Cherutti-Kowal MW, James Doidge MW, Stefan Neumann MS (at London, 31 Jan 2022)
Points: 89
Drinking Window: 2022 - 2025
Producer: Mira
Brand: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2017
Wine Type: Still
Colour: Red
Country: USA
Region: California
Appellation: Napa Valley
Sweetness: Dry
Closure: Cork
Alcohol: 14.50%
Body: Full
Grapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Smokey and earthy nose with iodine notes, hints of wet leaves and very ripe fruit. Dry and minty.

Mira Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2017
Score: 89
Wine Type and Color: Red Still
Magazine Issue: Web Only - 2022
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: California / Napa / Yountville
Reviewed By: James Molesworth
This has abundant dark currant and plum compote flavors, with a burst of savory and lively sweet bay leaf and tobacco notes. Shows a peppery, gamy edge as well, which may be a bit too much for just-fruit lovers. Drink now through 2030.     

2017 Mira Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville
Rating: 86
Producer: Mira Winery
Wine Region: USA, California, North Coast, Napa Valley, Yountville
Color / Type / Sweetness: Red / Table / Dry
Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon
Reviewed by Joe Czerwinski
Drink Date: 2022 - 2028
The rather weedy 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville features herbal, earthy notes that dominate the nose. On the medium to full-bodied palate, some dark cherry and cassis flavors appear, framed by gentle tannins, then peter out quickly on the finish.
Published: Mar 31, 2023