Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Cabernet Sauvignon · California
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Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon
Apothic Wines · California · United States
$10.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 91-point score from The Tasting Panel Magazine at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Francis Ford Coppola Winery Diamond Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, is $13.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Ripe black cherry and blackberry jam with dark plum, vanilla and a smooth, rounded finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like softer, fruit-forward California reds such as Apothic Red, Menage a Trois reds, or easy-drinking Cabernet with less grip.
Why buy it
A familiar California Cabernet with generous dark fruit and a plush texture, useful when you want a crowd-friendly red under $15.
Best for
Steak, burgers, aged cheddar, chocolate desserts and relaxed evenings at home.
Style
Full-bodied, jammy, smooth and vanilla-accented California Cabernet.
Drinks like
Soft California Cabernet Sauvignon, fruit-forward red blend, plush New World Cabernet
Experience level
Beginner-friendly; also useful for shoppers who want a smooth red without heavy tannin.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
Beef: grilled steak(winery pick)
Cheese: well-aged cheeses(winery pick)
Dessert: rich chocolate cake(winery pick)
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F, lightly cool rather than warm room temperature
- Decanting:
- Not required; pour and enjoy, or give it 10 minutes in the glass.
- Glassware:
- Standard red wine glass or Cabernet glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Made for current drinking; enjoy soon after purchase.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days if recorked and kept cool.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Apothic Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied, silky California red with juicy notes of black cherry, blackberry jam and dark plum, lifted by soft vanilla aromas. It is an easygoing, fruit-forward Cabernet for steak night, aged cheeses or a relaxed glass at home.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Producer
- Apothic Wines
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- California
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
Details last verified September 25, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Deb Juergenson was cited as the winemaker when Apothic launched its Cabernet Sauvignon in 2020; current product page does not state a winemaker.
- Vineyard source:
- California grapes; no specific vineyard source stated on the producer product page.
About the winery · Apothic Wines ›
Apothic is a California wine brand based in Modesto, California. The brand is known for plush, fruit-forward red wines and approachable blends designed for casual, social drinking. Its Cabernet Sauvignon extends that house style into a varietal Cabernet, emphasizing dark fruit, a silky mouthfeel and soft vanilla notes. Apothic's own site describes its varietals as rich wines made for dinners at home and close gatherings.
Critic reviews
91/100The Tasting Panel Magazine
“Full-bodied, with jammy blackberry, espresso, and sandalwood. Enticing, with white-peppered plum and a silky mouthfeel.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon dry or sweet?
- Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
- What does Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
- Ripe black cherry and blackberry jam with dark plum, vanilla and a smooth, rounded finish.
- What food pairs with Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon?
- It pairs well with grilled steak, well-aged cheeses, rich chocolate cake and burgers with caramelized onions.
- How should I serve Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Serve at 60-65°F, lightly cool rather than warm room temperature. Not required; pour and enjoy, or give it 10 minutes in the glass. Glass: Standard red wine glass or Cabernet glass.
- Is Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon a good value?
- At $10.99 it carries a verified 91-point score from The Tasting Panel Magazine; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Apothic Wines Cabernet Sauvignon?
- 750 ml bottle.