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Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon
Rodney Strong · California, Sonoma · United States
$16.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Sterling Vineyards Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, is $25.99. If you want to spend less, Noble Vines 337 Cabernet Sauvignon is $11.99.
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
Dark cherry and plum with blackberry, cocoa, minty spice, black pepper and a polished oak finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like California Cabernet that is fruit-forward but not overly heavy, with enough tannin for steak and enough freshness for casual sipping.
Why buy it
A recognizable Sonoma Cabernet from a long-established producer, with professional 90-point reviews for recent vintages.
Best for
Grilled meats, burgers, lamb, hearty vegetable dishes and easy entertaining.
Style
Dry, medium-full to full-bodied Sonoma County Cabernet with dark fruit, moderate oak influence and balanced freshness.
Drinks like
Sonoma County Cabernet, Alexander Valley Cabernet and fruit-driven North Coast Cabernet blends.
Experience level
Approachable for newer Cabernet drinkers, still classic enough for regular California Cab fans.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
grilled steak or filet mignon · rack of lamb · grilled or roasted winter vegetables · aged cheddar and charcuterie board · dark chocolate mousse
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- 20-30 minutes if serving soon after opening; not required but helps soften the tannins.
- Glassware:
- Cabernet or Bordeaux glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Current-release, non-vintage-tracked store item: drink now or over the next few years.
- After opening:
- Re-cork and refrigerate; best within 2-3 days.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
A Sonoma County Cabernet with dark cherry, plum, blackberry and spice, backed by medium tannins and a touch of oak. A polished, dinner-friendly red for steak, lamb, burgers or roasted vegetables from WineDiscounts.com.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Syrah
- Producer
- Rodney Strong
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California, Sonoma
- Appellation
- Sonoma County
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Not confirmed for the current non-vintage-tracked store item.
- Vineyard source:
- Sonoma County fruit; Rodney Strong describes its Sonoma Collection as sourced primarily from estate vineyards.
- Vessel:
- Oak barrels
About the winery · Rodney Strong ›
Rodney Strong is based in Healdsburg, Sonoma County, and traces its winery history to founder Rod Strong's move into winemaking in 1959. The Klein family has led the winery for more than 30 years, and the producer emphasizes Sonoma County fruit, sustainability and community. Rodney Strong has a long Cabernet history in Sonoma, including the 1974 Alexander's Crown, described by the winery as Sonoma County's first single-vineyard-designate Cabernet Sauvignon. Current winemaking is led by Director of Winemaking Justin Seidenfeld according to the winery's history page.
Critic reviews
90/100Wine Enthusiast
“spiced plum compote, dark chocolate, mint, and cinnamon”
90/100Wine Enthusiast
“plum, blackberry and toasted cumin”
90/100Gismondi on Wine
“dark cherry, plum, florals and baking spice”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon dry or sweet?
- Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
- What does Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
- Dark cherry and plum with blackberry, cocoa, minty spice, black pepper and a polished oak finish.
- What food pairs with Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon?
- It pairs well with grilled steak or filet mignon, rack of lamb, grilled or roasted winter vegetables, aged cheddar and charcuterie board and dark chocolate mousse.
- How should I serve Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Serve at 60-65°F. 20-30 minutes if serving soon after opening; not required but helps soften the tannins. Glass: Cabernet or Bordeaux glass.
- Is Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon a good value?
- At $16.99 it carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Noble Vines 337 Cabernet Sauvignon is a comparable Cabernet Sauvignon at $11.99. See Noble Vines 337 Cabernet Sauvignon
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.5% alcohol by volume.