Ken & Alex Oak Knoll District Napa Cabernet Malbec 2019
About the wine
Plush Napa Cabernet meets juicy Malbec in this dream team red blend
- This powerhouse blend of Napa Malbec and Cabernet hits the perfect balance between Malbec’s juicy fruit character and Cabernet’s rich, luxurious flavors and hallmark spice.
- Winemakers Alex Farber and Ken Deis each have unique ties to Napa. Thanks to your funding, this dynamic duo blended their expertise in an exclusive red for you from the heart of the valley's esteemed Oak Knoll District.
- Oak Knoll is a special place for these two winemakers. Ken’s a founding father of Napa Cabernet with 40 years of expertise here and Alex got her start in Oak Knoll working for one of the area's top wineries.
Best before
The wine can easily age for 3-5 years or longer.
Serving advice
A red wine this young needs time to breathe prior to drinking. Decanting is recommended.
Food match
This wine is best enjoyed with red meats, grilled chicken, spicy foods and hearty dishes.
Contains sulphites
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Ken Deis
Years Angel-funded: 2012-2022
- Ken has more 90+ scores from Parker, Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast than he can name – there's just too many to count. He's the man behind Napa's greatest hits.
- He'd spent decades working in some of Napa's most prestigious wineries including Joseph Phelps, Flora Springs, and Heitz before becoming Naked's first Napa winemaker. What a LEGEND he's been for you!
- Ken has devoted a lifetime to perfecting his craft, and his wines are the proof. When Ken crafts Cabernet, he delivers. When Ken hankers for Merlot, he nails it. Whatever he sets out to do, you can trust it's flawless.
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