As Valentine's Day serenades the senses with its heartfelt gestures, I find it only fitting to uncork the essence of devotion and celebration. With the day dedicated to love upon us, I choose to honor a milestone—a decade of the remarkable 2014 Selección Rebecca Herrera from Mi Sueño Winery. A toast to Rebecca's 10th anniversary with a wine that encapsulates the harmony of flavors but also embodies a dream actualized through perseverance and passion.

A Wine Review of - Mi Sueño 2014 Selección Rebecca Herrera Cabernet Sauvignon

Mi Sueño Winery, the embodiment of the Herrera family's American Dream, commenced its journey in 1997. Under the Napa Valley sun, Rolando and Lorena Herrera have woven a narrative of dedication, creating wines that resonate with their storied heritage and the rich tapestry of the land. The 2014 Selección Rebecca Herrera is a vintage that celebrates their daughter and commemorates the winery's familial roots and enduring spirit.

A Historical Fun Fact:

Solidifying its place in history, the Herrera Rebecca Cabernet Sauvignon was chosen for President Barack Obama’s first state dinner in 2010. This selection to accompany a wagyu beef mole dish for Mexican President Felipe Calderón Hinojosa was a nod to the wine's stature and the winery's profound cultural resonance.

Background on the 2014 Selección Rebecca Herrera

The 2014 Selección Rebecca Herrera stands as a testament to craftsmanship, a Cabernet Sauvignon that mirrors the depth and complexity of the family's eldest daughter. The Herrera’s' hands-on approach to viticulture and winemaking, with an unwavering commitment to sustainability, ensures a wine that is a pure expression of place and passion.

Sustainability:

At the heart of Mi Sueño's philosophy is sustainable viticulture—meticulous land stewardship that yields grapes achieving phenolic ripeness with the lowest brix possible. The result is a balanced, unfiltered wine, echoing the Herrera’s' reverence for nature and tradition.

Tasting Profile

The 2014 vintage boasts a constellation of dark fruits accented by a subtle oak nuance. On the palate, it dances with flavors of blackberries and cassis, supported by robust tannins that segue into an enduring, elegant finish—a wine that is not merely consumed but savored.

Suggested Food Pairings

•  A savory vegan lentil shepherd's pie, rich in umami and texture, would be a delightful accompaniment.

• With its earthy sweetness, a roasted beet and goat cheese salad is a great vegetarian option and elevates the wine's intricate profile.

• A classic beef wellington, with its layers of flavor and juiciness, would complement the wine's robustness.

The Availability

This esteemed vintage is available directly from Mi Sueño's tasting room or online and selectively in fine dining venues and boutique wine shops.

To experience the full embrace of Mi Sueño's offerings, visitors are welcomed by appointment to their Napa tasting room. Here, every glass poured is an invitation to share in Herrera’s' dream—a dream that is lovingly shared with each sip of the Selección Rebecca Herrera.