{"title":"Library","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2022-cabernet-reserve","title":"Library: 2022 Cabernet Reserve","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3 data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"434\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eThe Wine That Started It All\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eThere are some wines that define a winery—this is ours. The McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Reserve was the very first wine we ever made, and its story is the foundation of everything we do today. From that first vintage, this wine captured the heart of our family and guests alike, becoming a true symbol of who we are: passionate, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Livermore Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eEvery year since, we’ve stayed true to the original recipe—the same vines, the same meticulous attention to detail, and the same oak blend that has earned McGrail Vineyards recognition among California’s finest Cabernet producers. The 2022 vintage proudly carries that legacy forward, offering richness, depth, and a sense of place that’s unmistakably McGrail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eThis estate-grown Cabernet opens with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003einviting aromas of black cherry, ripe plum, and cassis\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003evanilla, cedar, and warm baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subtle notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eclove, nutmeg, and sandalwood\u003c\/strong\u003e add elegance and depth, while a whisper of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003edried herbs and tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e brings savory complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eOn the palate, bold flavors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eblackberry and dark plum\u003c\/strong\u003e meet vibrant acidity, framed by firm yet refined tannins. The texture is rich and full-bodied—like a favorite wool blanket on a cool evening—balanced perfectly through to a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003elong, graceful finish\u003c\/strong\u003e where dark fruit and spice linger harmoniously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eEnjoy it tonight with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, or herb-crusted lamb. For a vegetarian pairing, try grilled Portobello mushrooms or savory stuffed vegetables. And if you can resist opening it now, this wine will continue to evolve beautifully over the next 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e2022 growing season\u003c\/strong\u003e began with a wet winter that replenished the soils and set the stage for a balanced vintage. Spring and early summer brought consistent warmth, nurturing even vine growth and a steady fruit set. 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As you taste this luscious wine, the toasty coffee and caramel notes shine through and the wine hits all parts of your palate.  The smooth, well-rounded tannins seem to linger forever and one sip is never enough.","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953408380999,"sku":null,"price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2016-JV.jpg?v=1783970906"},{"product_id":"2017-mcgrail-vineyards-cabernet-reserve","title":"Library: 2017 Cabernet Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis opulent garnet wine opens with cherry, cassis, spicy clove, dark mocha chocolate, and toasty vanilla.  The palate matches the nose, but supplements it with density, great structure, and notes of plum, lavender, and remnants of the tobacco you’d find in an old Cuban cigar box. Bold, but smooth tannins frame the full-bodied mouthfeel of this classic Cabernet, leaving a lingering impression of fruit and spice. Pair this wine with an all-American burger, Italian oxtail, or a hearty, rosemary-crusted prime rib.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2017 VINTAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf there is such a thing as a “normal” vintage, 2017 was it. We had average rainfall, spring was warm-ish and the summer was warm-to-hot. Heat in the summer can actually slow down the ripening as the vines want to shut down to conserve water that is respiring faster than it can uptake. 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Year after year, the James Vincent continues to be one of our favorite wines!  Pair this wine with a delicious grilled Tomahawk steak with herbed cherry tomatoes over polenta, smoked cheddar cheese, or wood-fired Pizza with red sauce, prosciutto, mushrooms, and herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953408708679,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2018-JV-Large.jpg?v=1783970941"},{"product_id":"2019-cabernet-reserve","title":"Library: 2019 Cabernet Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis well balanced wine has aromas of black cherry, cassis, dark cocoa, and white peppercorn. As you let the wine open a little, the nose changes to sweet vanilla, toasty coconut, anise, and dark cherry. On the palate, the wine displays more of the same fruit and hints of tobacco, ripe cassis, mocha and plum. This Cabernet is well rounded, smooth, but has long lasting tannins, it is approachable now, but will age nicely for at least 10 years. This wine pairs wonderfully with a Smoked Tomahawk steak with sweet and sour glaze, Juicy Ribeye, Toasted gnocchi with mushrooms and paprika butter, Slow cooked plum bbq short ribs, Lamb sliders or a Mongolian Beef with spring onions!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWine Enthusiast | 90pts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle comp | Best of Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest Challenge | Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeverage Tasting Institute | 91pts - Gold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953408774215,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2019-Cabernet-Reserve.png?v=1791223249"},{"product_id":"2020-cabernet-reserve","title":"Library: 2020 Cabernet Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Cabernet Reserve is meticulously crafted, with Estate grown grapes and aged in oak barrels for almost three years prior to release. This wine boasts a beautifully harmonized blend of assorted mixed berry compote, vanilla bean, toasted caramel, and baking spices that greet your palate from the first sip. As you continue to indulge, you'll notice the subtle notes of jasmine, cedar, and sandalwood that perfectly complement the bold dark fruit flavors of black cherry, cassis, and blackberry. The rich taste of spiced blackberry pies is accentuated by hints of clove, vanilla, white pepper and light brown sugar that will leave your taste buds yearning for more. The finish is smooth, yet bold with well-balanced tannins and bright acidity. Enjoy this wine with short rib lasagna, blackberry and apricot glazed ribs, or a juicy grilled rib-eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Fort Worth Stock Show \u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003ePlatinum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrange County Fair Wine Competition \u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eGold - 92pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunset International \u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eDouble Gold - Best of Class - 97pts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eLos Angeles Invitational\u003cspan style=\"color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;text-align:justify;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e | \u003c\/span\u003eDouble Gold - 96pts \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eTexas International Wine Competition \u003cspan style=\"color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;text-align:justify;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eGold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eWinemaker Challenge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;color:#666666;font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eGold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953408839751,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2020-Cabernet-Reserve.png?v=1791223217"},{"product_id":"2020-james-vincent","title":"Library: 2020 James Vincent","description":"\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-7dafb49d-7fff-04dd-d9b8-9f92e0c1d0ad\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eOur favorite new French Oak Barrels produce our James Vincent Cabernet each vintage.  This bold Cabernet is complex and elegant all in one.  The estate fruit shines through with dark cherry, cassis, violet and blackberry.  The secondary notes of toasted oak, coconuts, and tobacco leaf elevate the fruit in this powerhouse Cabernet.  Full bodied with velvet tannins that linger and leave you wanting more. You can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003epair this wine with a Filet Mignon, Risotto with Bacon, Slow Cooked Ribs or a NY strip steak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eAwards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Enthusiast | 94pts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeverage Tasting Institute | 91pts - Gold Medal  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2019 Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Enthusiast | 94pts - Cellar Selection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953408905287,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2020-James-Vincent.png?v=1791223530"},{"product_id":"2021-clone-30-cabernet","title":"2021 Clone 30 Cab","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby in color, and aromas of blueberry, blackberry, black currant, plum, black cherry cola, cedar, and baking spices. 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Whether paired with a classic beef burger topped with aged gouda or savored on its own, this wine is a testament to the 'Good Life' in every glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-77653648-7fff-1420-4a7f-89aaa79d8eaf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCristaldi \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify; color: #666666;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e95pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards (for previous Vintages):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Enthusiast \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify; color: #666666;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e93pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange County Fair Wine Competition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify; color: #666666;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eGold - 92pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-501f1ad8-7fff-385e-dbe0-78fff6e1861d\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-501f1ad8-7fff-385e-dbe0-78fff6e1861d\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanet Grape \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-7fc4739d-7fff-9101-5ec9-bfebc52de6ae\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953409036359,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/21-Good-Life.png?v=1783970977"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.mcgrailvineyards.com\/collections\/library.oembed","provider":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}