Davies Vineyards
J. Davies "Jamie" Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate, Diamond Mountain District Napa Valley
The Jamie Cabernet Sauvignon from Davies Vineyards is a premium expression of Napa Valley’s rich terroir. Sourced from the estate's most distinctive sites, this wine is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing the vineyard’s exceptional fruit and the expertise of the winemaking team, demonstrating the nuances of the land with each vintage.
Vintage Factsheets
The vineyard blocks, totaling 46 acres, are laid out in four isolated pockets ranging from 500 to 1000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valley’s first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram, the McEachran parcel, first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878, and the Claes parcel, dating back to 1984. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by compact coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
- Region
- California: Napa Valley
- Appellation
- Napa Valley
- Sub-Appellation
- Diamond Mountain District
- Varietal Composition
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Aging
- 28 months, with 75% in new French oak barrels.
- Alcohol
- 14.74%
Captivating aromas of boysenberry, vanilla and dark chocolate, with hints of black raspberry purée and coffee. The palate welcomes lush red and black fruits including blackberry and cherry, mingled with layers of star anise, baking spice, tobacco and wild thyme. The body is supported by finely grained tannins and a well-structured finish.
Jeb Dunnuck
96 Points
2021
"Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a gorgeous nose of red and black fruit interwoven with notes of chocolaty oak, leafy herbs, and some meaty, iron-like nuances. I love it on the palate as well, and it's incredibly concentrated, with a broad, layered mouthfeel and a great finish. This beauty will cruise for two decades in cold cellars."
— Jeb Dunnuck, 2025
Jeb Dunnuck
94 Points
2021
Coming from the Diamond Mountain estate vineyard, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Jamie is inky hued and has a powerful nose of ripe black fruits, asphalt, melted licorice, liquid violets, and iron-like nuances. Based on 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Malbec, and 3% Petit Verdot, aged 28 months in 77% new French oak, this rich, powerful, meaty Cabernet is full-bodied, with a layered, elegant mouthfeel, ripe, building, polished tannins, and outstanding length. It brings serious ripeness yet stays lively and pure and should keep for 15+ years if well stored.
— Jeb Dunnuck, 2025
