Continuum Proprietary Red 2022

Continuum Proprietary Red 2022 is the flagship estate wine from the Mondavi family's Continuum Estate, produced entirely from the dramatic Sage Mountain Vineyard high above Napa Valley. Powerful yet remarkably refined, the 2022 combines concentrated dark fruit, savory mountain herbs and volcanic minerality with beautifully integrated tannins and exceptional length.

Founded by Tim Mondavi and his family, Continuum represents a return to estate-focused winemaking for one of Napa Valley's most important wine families. The estate's Sage Mountain Vineyard sits high on the eastern side of Napa Valley, where elevation, rocky volcanic soils and rugged terrain produce small, intensely flavored berries. The result is a distinctly mountain-grown expression of Napa Cabernet that balances richness with freshness, structure and complexity.

The 2022 Continuum is a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot and 4% Merlot. The wine was aged for 21 months, primarily in French oak, including 58% new barrels, with a small portion aged in amphora. Black plum and black cherry lead into layers of cacao, tobacco leaf, forest floor, dried herbs and the distinctive sagebrush character of the estate. The palate is concentrated and silky, with fine-grained tannins, vibrant energy and a long, mineral-driven finish.

The 2022 has received significant critical acclaim, including 98 points from James Suckling and 96 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Decanter and Vinous.

Region: Napa Valley, California
Vineyard: Sage Mountain Vineyard
Blend: 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: 14.9%
Aging: 21 months; 97% French oak, including 58% new oak, and 3% amphora
Winemaker: Tim Mondavi
Style: Full-bodied, structured, complex and age-worthy Napa Valley red

Pair with: prime rib, filet mignon, grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, lamb or other richly flavored dishes worthy of a serious Napa red.