Cardinale produces a single flagship wine built primarily around Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by small amounts of other Bordeaux varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The blending process is central to the philosophy of the winery, allowing different mountain sites to contribute their individual strengths to the final wine.

Fermentation takes place in small lots so that each vineyard parcel can be managed individually. The wines are then aged in French oak barrels, where they develop depth, structure and complexity before the final blend is assembled.

The resulting wine is powerful yet refined. Aromas of cassis, blackberry and dark cherry are layered with notes of graphite, cedar and spice. On the palate the wine shows dense fruit, polished tannins and a long, structured finish. Cardinale produces a Napa Valley Cabernet that reflects the strength and elegance of the region’s mountain terroirs.