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Cakebread

Cakebread Cellars in Rutherford, Napa Valley, was founded in 1973 by Jack Cakebread, a professional photographer who came to Napa Valley on an assignment and fell in love with the place. He and his wife Dolores bought a 22-acre vineyard and had their first vintage in 1973. It was a Chardonnay sold out of a small shop in Yountville. Today the winery is still owned by the Cakebread family, though it has increased to 77 acres. The estate is still known for excellent Chardonnays, though they now also produce Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. The winemaker at Cakebread is Julianne Laks. Signature Cabs include Vine Hill Ranch and Dancing Bear Cabernet Sauvignons.

1997 Cakebread Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon

Light capsule condition issue; light label condition issue

WS  90   

2008 Cakebread Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon

Lightly depressed cork

WA  93   

2016 Cakebread Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon

JD  95   
WA  92   
WS  92   
JS  92   
WE  91   

2012 Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon

Light label condition issue

WA  90   

2017 Cakebread Merlot

Light capsule condition issue; light label condition issue

VN  90   

1998 Cakebread Syrah

Light capsule condition issue; lightly depressed cork; 3 cm ullage

WS  90   

1997 Cakebread Three Sisters Cabernet Sauvignon

Lightly depressed cork; light label condition issue

WS  92   

2017 Cakebread Two Creeks Vineyard Pinot Noir

WA  91