Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Cabernet Sauvignon · California
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Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon
Smith & Hook · California · United States
$15.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 91-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, SIMI Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, is $19.99. 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
Blackberry, dark cherry and cassis wrapped in mocha, vanilla, cocoa and toasty oak, with full but rounded tannins.
You’ll like this if…
A good pick if you like ripe California Cabernet with dark fruit, oak spice and a smooth finish rather than a lean or earthy style.
Why buy it
It delivers a recognizable Central Coast Cabernet profile from a long-running producer at a weeknight-friendly price.
Best for
Steak, burgers, braised beef, hearty pasta, and shoppers who want a dependable Cabernet with richness and polish.
Style
Full-bodied, dark-fruited, oak-aged California Cabernet with a plush texture and moderate-to-firm tannins.
Drinks like
Paso Robles Cabernet, California Cabernet, richer Central Coast red blends
Experience level
Approachable for casual Cabernet drinkers; still flavorful enough for fans of fuller-bodied California reds.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
Dessert: chocolate mousse cheesecake(winery pick)
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- 20 minutes if serving soon after opening; 30 minutes for a softer texture
- Glassware:
- Cabernet or Bordeaux-style glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Drink now; short-term cellaring is reasonable but this is made for current enjoyment
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days when recorked and kept cool
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
A full-bodied Central Coast Cabernet from Smith & Hook, layered with blackberry, dark cherry, cassis, mocha, oak spice and polished tannins. Rich enough for steak night, but smooth and familiar enough for an easy dinner bottle.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Producer
- Smith & Hook
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- Central Coast
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.8%
Details last verified September 25, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Vineyard source:
- Fruit from small, family-owned vineyards in five Central Coast sub-appellations: San Antonio Valley, Paso Robles, Hames Valley, Arroyo Seco and San Benito County.
- Vessel:
- French oak barrels
About the winery · Smith & Hook ›
Smith & Hook focuses on robust, layered wines from California's Central Coast. The winery traces the brand to vineyards planted on former horse and cattle ranches near the rugged Pacific shoreline. Its Cabernet Sauvignon is built from warmer coastal-influenced growing areas including Arroyo Seco, Paso Robles, San Antonio Valley, Hames Valley and San Benito. The house style is rich, fruit-driven and oak-accented, with Cabernet Sauvignon at the center of the lineup.
Critic reviews
91/100Wine Enthusiast
“Blackberry, fudge and oak aromas; blackberry core with cocoa, red flower and feathery tannins.”
90/100Wine Enthusiast
“Tart cherry aromas, red flowers, soft tannins, ripe cherry and oak spice.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon dry or sweet?
- Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is full-bodied.
- What does Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
- Blackberry, dark cherry and cassis wrapped in mocha, vanilla, cocoa and toasty oak, with full but rounded tannins.
- What food pairs with Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon?
- It pairs well with venison bolognese, chocolate mousse cheesecake, grilled steak or short ribs and beef stew or rich tomato-braised dishes.
- How should I serve Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Serve at 60-65°F. 20 minutes if serving soon after opening; 30 minutes for a softer texture. Glass: Cabernet or Bordeaux-style glass.
- Is Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon a good value?
- At $15.99 it carries a verified 91-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than Smith & Hook 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 Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.8% alcohol by volume.