ALH Cabernet Coombesville Napa Valley California 2022

My name is Agustina L. Hobbs. I come from a family of storytellers: farmers and winemakers with deep roots in the land and a profound respect for the values and traditions passed down over generations. Along with this heritage comes a relentless curiosity and the unwavering desire to forge new paths in the pursuit of excellence. Now, I am beginning to write my own story on the foundation my father, Paul Hobbs, has built.

Ever since I can remember, I have loved working with wine. It was what made me feel close and connected to my father.  I remember being six years old, holding his hand while walking through the vineyards in Argentina and tasting Malbec grapes right before harvest. When I was 12, he took me to Tokyo as he opened the Japanese market for Paul Hobbs Wines. At 14, I accompanied him to Bordeaux, visiting cooperages and tasting wines alongside some of the most prominent winemakers in the world.

Tasting Notes: Magenta hued with a vibrant ruby red rim. The nose offers up an inviting bouquet of ripe red cherry, damp earth, and nuances of fresh violet. The palate is elegantly structured, with harmonious layers of fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity. As the wine unfolds it reveals a sublime blend of blackberry, wild thyme and dark cacao, while savory herbal notes add a further intriguing dimensional note. The finish is long and graceful with a touch of graphite—a hallmark of Coombsville’s cool climate and volcanic soils.

Pairing Notes: Ribeye or New York strip; Braised short ribs or lamb shank; Truffle pasta or mushroom ragù; Aged cheddar or gouda.