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  • Tags: Andy Beckstoffer, Bordeaux, cabernet sauvignon, California Wine, Cult Wine, Fine Wine, Fine Wine Review, Modern Winemaking, Napa Valley, Realm Cellars, Scott Becker, To Kalon Vineyard, Wine Comparison, Winemaking, Winemaking Philosophy, Winemaking Style
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⚜️ Realm Cellars and the New Reality: Why Napa's Cabernet Now Reigns Supreme

A modern sommelier's take on the shifting hierarchy of the fine wine world. Discover why Napa Valley's Cabernet Sauvignon, exemplified by producers like Realm Cellars, has arguably surpassed its traditional Bordeaux benchmark, combining French expertise with American perfectionism.

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