Domaine Curry Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Region and Vineyards

The 2019 vintage of Domaine Curry Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from top vineyard sites across Napa Valley, with a focus on sub-regions known for producing structured, concentrated Cabernet fruit, such as Calistoga. Napa’s diverse soils and microclimates—ranging from volcanic rock to alluvial gravel—offer depth and character that are unmistakably regional.

The 2019 growing season was long and even, marked by a cooler spring and mild summer, allowing grapes to ripen slowly with excellent phenolic maturity. These optimal conditions gave rise to wines with intense color, layered aromatics, and fine tannin structure, ideal for crafting a Cabernet with both power and finesse.

Winemaking

This wine is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks to extract optimal color and flavor, followed by aging in high-quality oak barrels to build complexity and structure.

The inclusion of Petit Verdot adds dark floral and inky depth, while Cabernet Franc contributes aromatic lift and spice. The final cuvée is balanced at 14.5% alcohol, with integrated oak, supple tannins, and a defined backbone that ensures longevity and cellar potential.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Deep ruby with violet highlights and saturated core.
• Aroma: Intense nose of black cherry, dark plum, pine forest, hazelnut, cocoa, and graphite.
• Palate: Full-bodied and layered with rich notes of blackberry, espresso, gravel, tobacco leaf, and spice. Firm yet polished tannins lead to a long, juicy finish with hints of menthol and dark chocolate.

Did you know?

Domaine Curry was founded by Ayesha Curry and Sydel Curry-Lee, inspired by the strength and legacy of the women in their family. The label honors the Proverbs 31 woman - a symbol of grace, resilience, and dignity - and reflects their desire to create a wine that uplifts both palate and purpose.

Wine Pairing Ideas

• Grilled ribeye with rosemary and garlic: The wine’s bold structure complements rich, marbled meat.
• Braised short ribs in red wine reduction: A perfect match for the wine’s dark fruit and savory depth.
• Porcini mushroom risotto: Earthy richness mirrors the wine’s forest floor and spice notes.
• Dark chocolate torte with espresso ganache: Highlights the wine’s mocha, hazelnut, and cocoa elements.

History of Domaine Curry

Established in collaboration with The Prisoner Wine Company, Domaine Curry was born from a shared family vision between Ayesha Curry—entrepreneur, author, and television personality—and her sister-in-law Sydel Curry-Lee. Both women, inspired by the Proverbs 31 woman, envisioned a wine brand that would celebrate strength, resilience, and grace, while also honoring the legacy of Black women in wine and beyond.

Launched in Napa Valley, the heartland of American fine wine, the brand quickly earned acclaim for its thoughtfully crafted, limited-production wines—especially its Cabernet Sauvignon. More than a passion project, Domaine Curry serves as a platform for visibility, culture, and female empowerment, elevating voices often underrepresented in the wine world.

Backed by the technical expertise and vineyard access of The Prisoner Wine Company, the domaine brings together iconic Napa terroir, sustainable practices, and a strong personal identity, making it one of the most compelling new voices in California wine.

Region and Vineyards

Domaine Curry sources fruit from prime Napa Valley vineyards, including sites in Calistoga and surrounding sub-AVAs known for their intensely flavored, structured Cabernet Sauvignon. These areas feature a patchwork of volcanic and alluvial soils, along with microclimates shaped by altitude and proximity to the bay, producing grapes of depth, power, and aromatic complexity.

The wines reflect the distinct signature of Napa’s premier terroirs, with a commitment to precision farming, careful clonal selection, and minimalist intervention, ensuring that each vintage speaks to both place and purpose.

Wine Range of Domaine Curry

Domaine Curry offers a refined and singular wine range, anchored by its signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. This cuvée is produced in limited quantities, reflecting the estate’s philosophy of precision, intention, and character-driven winemaking.

Each vintage is built primarily around Cabernet Sauvignon, supported in select years by small additions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, which contribute depth, floral lift, and structural finesse. The fruit is sourced from premium vineyards across Napa Valley—particularly Calistoga—known for producing grapes of excellent ripeness and concentration.

Did you know?

The name “Domaine Curry” is a personal and familial one, but it also honors the spiritual and cultural ideal of the Proverbs 31 woman—a symbol of virtue, strength, and leadership. The label reflects a desire to not only produce exceptional wines but also to champion diversity, storytelling, and empowerment through wine.