Amulet Estate is one of those rare Napa projects where pedigree and passion collide in the best possible way. Winemaker Shawn Johnson and consulting winemaker Philippe Melka bring a combined résumé that reads like a greatest‑hits list of modern Napa — think Bryant Family, Dominus, Quintessa, Vérité, and other benchmark estates where precision and polish are non‑negotiable. Their wines are crafted with a clear point of view: Napa power, yes, but always wrapped in grace, balance, and a sense of place. It’s the kind of team that makes you lean in before you’ve even pulled the cork.
95pts Jeb Dunnuck, 93pts Lisa Perotti-Brown, 93pts Wine Enthusiast
The 2021 “AE” Cabernet Sauvignon is exactly why we get excited about this estate. It opens with that deep, inviting Napa richness — blackberry compote, warm cassis, and a touch of cocoa — yet never feels heavy. The palate is beautifully layered, weaving dark fruit with graphite, sweet tobacco, and a subtle lift of baking spice. Silky tannins carry everything forward, giving the wine both immediate charm and the structure to age. It’s polished, expressive, and flat‑out delicious.
And here’s the part that makes this release genuinely special: we’re offering it at $49.99, a full $35 below the $84.99 MSRP. For a wine crafted by this team, from this vintage, with this level of finesse, it’s an extraordinary value — one of those rare Napa Cab deals that feels almost too good to be true. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to explore Amulet Estate, this is absolutely the moment.
750ml
