Michael Trujillo arrived in Napa Valley in 1982 from his family’s farm in Colorado. He grew up helping his father year-round in the fields, and learned early on about how soil, climate, pests and critters affect living, growing plants.

After three decades of winemaking experience in all aspects of the business—from vineyard cultivation and irrigation digging, to cooperage selection and blending—Michael Trujillo is proud to offer his own namesake Cabernet Sauvignon.

This wine is a realization of his lifelong passion for crafting red wine, an expression of all that he’s learned and deeply values about winemaking in the Napa Valley.

2021 Trujillo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($96)

This wine is produced from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, all of which are from the Napa Valley. It was aged 22 months in French Oak (82% new barrels).

It is deep, dark and dense in its color. On the nose it has dark fruit aromas of black cherry, currant, and a hint of plum, along with cedar and sweet herbs. On the palate, it starts bold and then yields a smooth richness with flavors of black cherry, currant, and dark chocolate that culminate in a lengthy finish. [ABV: 14.6%, TA: 5.6 g/L, pH: 3.71, RS: 0.4 g/L]. Cases Produced = 582

2021 Trujillo Gary Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Check with Winery for Price & Availability)

The Gary Morisoli Vineyard is located near the western foothills of the Rutherford AVA and centered within the infamous Rutherford Bench. Year after year this amazing vineyard has consistently produced incredible Cabernet worthy of a Reserve bottling. This wine is 100% Napa Valley, Rutherford AVA, from the Gary Morisoli Vineyard. It was aged for 22 months in 100% French Oak (85% new barrels).

It has aromas of dark fruits, black cherry, and cassis with a vanilla notes and subtle hints of sweet tobacco. On the palate it is rich and bold with flavors of dark chocolate cherry, and currants. The tannins are very well balanced with the acidity. [ABV: 14.7%, TA:5.8 g/L, pH: 3.72, RS:0.6 g/L]. Cases Produced = 168

These two Trujillo Cabernet Sauvignons from Napa are truly amazing! And, a real treat for your palate. That makes them an easy selection as this week’s Behind the Cork™ Wines of the Week! Cheers!

Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received these samples at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Media Samples Provided by Trujillo Wines