Description
Hundred Acre "Dark Ark" 2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (750mL)
2022 Vintage | Napa Valley, California | 100-Point Cabernet Sauvignon
Hundred Acre Dark Ark 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is an extraordinary, limited-production Napa Valley wine from acclaimed winemaker Jayson Woodbridge. Created from a meticulous selection of barrels representing nine distinct blocks of the renowned Ark Vineyard, Dark Ark showcases the vineyard's most powerful, concentrated, and intensely structured character.
Awarded 100 points by both Decanter and James Suckling, the 2022 Dark Ark delivers remarkable layers of blackcurrant, crème de cassis, black plum, boysenberry, exotic spice, smoky tobacco, and graphite.
Aged for 32 months in 100% new French oak, this exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon combines immense richness with luxurious texture, beautifully developed tannins, and outstanding aging potential.
🍷 Product Details
Type: Red Wine
Producer: Hundred Acre
Winemaker: Jayson Woodbridge
Wine: Dark Ark
Vintage: 2022
Region: Napa Valley, California
Vineyard: Ark Vineyard
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard Selection: Nine Distinct Ark Vineyard Blocks
Oak Aging: 32 Months in 100% New French Oak
Bottle Size: 750mL
Style: Full-Bodied, Powerful, Concentrated & Age-Worthy
🏆 Critical Acclaim
100 Points — Decanter
100 Points — James Suckling
99 Points — The Wine Palate
97 Points — Jeb Dunnuck
The 2022 Dark Ark has received extraordinary recognition for its remarkable concentration, luxurious texture, and exceptional balance between powerful fruit and structured tannins.
🍷 The Darker Expression of Ark Vineyard
While Hundred Acre Ark Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is celebrated for its elegance and concentration, Dark Ark represents an even more powerful and intensely structured selection.
Jayson Woodbridge selects exceptional barrels from nine individual vineyard blocks to create a wine with extraordinary depth and character.
The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon showcasing layers of dark fruit, exotic spices, savory complexity, and the unmistakable richness of Hundred Acre.
Extended maturation in new French oak enhances its structure while contributing beautifully integrated notes of toasted spice, tobacco, and cedar.
🍷 Built for Serious Collectors
The 2022 Dark Ark combines exceptional vineyard pedigree with remarkable critical acclaim.
Its concentrated fruit, firm yet polished tannins, and carefully integrated oak provide the structure necessary for extended cellaring.
Jeb Dunnuck recommends a drinking window extending through 2045, making this an exceptional choice for collectors seeking a powerful Napa Valley Cabernet with long-term potential.
⭐ Why You'll Love It
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100 Points from Decanter
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100 Points from James Suckling
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99 Points from The Wine Palate
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97 Points from Jeb Dunnuck
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Exclusive Ark Vineyard barrel selection
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Crafted by Jayson Woodbridge
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32 months in 100% new French oak
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Blackcurrant and crème de cassis
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Black plum and boysenberry
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Exotic spice and star anise
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Smoky tobacco and graphite
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Luxurious, polished tannins
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Exceptional long-term aging potential
🍽️ Food Pairings
Serve at approximately 60–65°F and consider decanting for 1–2 hours when enjoying young.
Excellent pairings include Wagyu ribeye, dry-aged steak, roasted lamb, braised short ribs, venison, and aged cheeses.
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