What Happened to Lewis Cellars? | Revisiting a Former Wine of the Year

Lewis Cellars became one of Napa Valley's most celebrated wineries when its 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon was named Wine Spectator's Wine of the Year in 2016. But what happens after a winery reaches the top?

In this episode of Our Pour Decisions, we take a deep dive into the history of Lewis Cellars, from Randy Lewis's transition from IndyCar racing to winemaking, to the winery's rise as a producer of bold, powerful Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

We also explore the winery's 2021 acquisition by The Wonderful Company, owners of brands such as Fiji Water, Justin Vineyards, and Landmark Vineyards. Have the wines changed? Has the style evolved? And does Lewis still produce the kind of Cabernet that made it famous?

Along the way, we taste:• 2023 Lewis Sauvignon Blanc• 2023 Lewis Russian River Valley Chardonnay• 2023 Lewis Napa Valley Chardonnay• 2022 Lewis Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon• 2022 Lewis Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon• Lewis Cuvée L

Join Pops, B, and Stacey as they discuss Napa Cabernet, winery acquisitions, changing palates, and whether Lewis Cellars still deserves its reputation as one of Napa Valley's iconic producers.

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