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Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon
Francis Ford Coppola Winery · California, Sonoma County · United States
$16.09
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Sterling Vineyards Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, is $24.09. If you want to spend less, Noble Vines Cabernet Sauvignon is $10.95.
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 blackberry and cassis layered with mocha, toffee, baking spice and toasted oak, finishing with firm Cabernet tannins.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you enjoy plush California Cabernet with noticeable oak, dark fruit and a full-bodied feel.
Why buy it
It brings a recognizable Sonoma County Cabernet style in the Director's Cut tier, with producer-stated Cabernet-led blending and 14 months in oak.
Best for
Steak, roast beef, burgers, short ribs and relaxed dinners where a bold red is wanted.
Style
Full-bodied, ripe, oak-accented Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon.
Drinks like
Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, plush California red blends
Experience level
Approachable for casual Cabernet drinkers, but structured enough for shoppers who want a richer Sonoma red.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
prime rib · new york strip steak · filet mignon · bbq chicken thighs · beef short ribs
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- 20-30 minutes, especially when newly opened
- Glassware:
- Large Cabernet or Bordeaux-style red wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Drink now; short-term cellaring is reasonable for recent releases based on the wine's tannic structure
- 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
A bold Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon from Francis Ford Coppola's Director's Cut line, showing ripe blackberry jam, mocha, toffee, baking spice and toasted oak. Full-bodied and velvety, it is a comfortable match for steak, prime rib and other richly flavored dinners.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Grapes
- 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3.7% Petit Verdot, 3.3% Other varieties
- Producer
- Francis Ford Coppola Winery
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California, Sonoma County
- Appellation
- Sonoma County
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.5%
Details last verified September 16, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Andrea Card, Director of Winemaking
- Vineyard source:
- Sonoma County; producer notes emphasize Sonoma County's range of climates for both cool- and warm-climate varieties.
- Vessel:
- Oak barrels
About the winery · Francis Ford Coppola Winery ›
Francis Ford Coppola Winery is based in Geyserville, Sonoma County. The estate began as Chateau Souverain in 1973, and the Coppola family purchased the property in 2006. The winery presents wine through the lens of storytelling, hospitality and family experiences, with portfolios including Director's Cut, Diamond Collection, Eleanor and Archimedes. Director of Winemaking Andrea Card leads the winemaking team for Coppola's Diamond, Director's Cut and Reserve wines.
Critic reviews
88/100Wine Enthusiast
“Toasted oak and candied-fruit flavors, firm texture, full body, firm tannins and peppery woody notes.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon dry or sweet?
- Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut 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 Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
- Ripe blackberry and cassis layered with mocha, toffee, baking spice and toasted oak, finishing with firm Cabernet tannins.
- What food pairs with Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon?
- It pairs well with Prime rib, New York strip steak, Filet mignon, BBQ chicken thighs and Beef short ribs.
- How should I serve Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Serve at 60-65°F. 20-30 minutes, especially when newly opened. Glass: Large Cabernet or Bordeaux-style red wine glass.
- Is Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon a good value?
- At $16.09 it carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Noble Vines Cabernet Sauvignon is a comparable Cabernet Sauvignon at $10.95. See Noble Vines Cabernet Sauvignon
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Cabernet Sauvignon?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.5% alcohol by volume.