FUTO Oakville Estate 2016

Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
Appellation: Oakville AVA
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon–dominant blend with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot
Alcohol Content: Approx. 14.8%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Robert Parker Score: 98 Points (The Wine Advocate)
Description: A masterfully balanced Napa Valley red — powerful, refined, and deeply expressive. The 2016 FUTO Oakville Estate captures the essence of Oakville’s hillside terroir with precision, elegance, and remarkable depth.

Tasting Notes

The FUTO Oakville Estate 2016 unveils striking aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and graphite, lifted by hints of violet, cocoa, espresso, and crushed rock. On the palate, it is full-bodied and polished, showcasing layers of ripe black fruit, cassis, plum, and spice, supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. The wine displays a seamless texture and focused energy, finishing long and mineral-driven, with a balance that speaks to both precision and restraint.

Vintage Highlights

The 2016 vintage is widely celebrated as one of Napa Valley’s greatest — defined by a long, even growing season that yielded fruit of outstanding purity and structure. The Oakville Estate Vineyard, situated on the western slopes of Oakville, combines volcanic soils and complex exposures that impart both density and lift to the wine. Winemaker Tom Futo, in collaboration with Mark Aubert, selected only the finest blocks for the final blend, which was aged in 100% new French oak for 22 months. The result is a wine of clarity, texture, and enduring finesse.

Why It’s Special

FUTO Estate is one of Napa Valley’s most acclaimed boutique producers, crafting ultra-limited Cabernets that unite precision farming, meticulous blending, and timeless elegance. The 2016 Oakville Estate, awarded 98 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, exemplifies the estate’s pursuit of excellence — a wine of depth, purity, and poise, built to reward decades of careful cellaring. It is a true reflection of the Oakville hillside terroir and the artistry behind modern Napa Valley winemaking.

Storage & Serving

Store in a cool, dark cellar (12–15°C / 55–59°F).
Serve at 17°C (63°F) and decant for 2 hours before serving to allow the wine’s complexity and texture to unfold.

Availability

All bottles offered by Deggusto are professionally cellared, sourced directly, and available for immediate and secure international shipment.

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