Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon
Spottswoode’s Expression of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2023

Spottswoode Estate’s storied history inspired the name “Lyndenhurst,” a tribute to the fragrant linden trees that continue to bloom in the gardens today. This Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted from grapes grown in esteemed, family-owned vineyards across Napa Valley, with its base and core being our Estate Vineyard in St. Helena. Through relationships with our grower partners, we have been able to explore diverse sub-appellations and deepen our understanding of Napa’s unique terroirs.

This wine also reflects our passion for organic farming. By incentivizing and working with our grower partners, we are proud that all the grapes for Lyndenhurst will be farmed organically by the 2025 vintage.

Winemaker Notes: The 2023 opens with expressive red fruits, highlighting Morello cherry and pomegranate. A bright, juicy core, framed by chalky tannins, offers both structure and elegance. Notes of violets, allspice, and dried herbs lift the finish. Softer and more approachable than the Estate Cabernet, yet no less serious or layered, it shows subtle mineral tension and beautiful depth.

Vintage Notes: The 2023 growing season began with cool weather and winter rains that saturated soils. Budbreak and bloom produced good cluster sizes, and vine balance was maintained through cover cropping, light mowing, shoot tipping, and targeted hedging. A foggy spring and summer, with a light rain in June, created a very welcome low-stress vintage. 

Veraison began in early August and harvest lasted from September 9 to November 1. Pristine fruit with excellent balance and aromatics provided a wealth of blending options and a dynamic expression of Lyndenhurst.