

“As a family, we are dedicated to producing the best wine that a vintage will allow. All of our resources, our property and the skills of our employees, are dedicated to this objective. We believe that if we make great wine, success will follow.” -Dennis Groth, Proprietor
Dennis and Judy Groth purchased 121 acres in Oakville in 1981 and one year later they established and crushed the first grapes for Groth Vineyards & Winery. By 1984, they were producing 30,000 cases of Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc and were quickly gaining recognition as an outstanding producer coming out of Napa Valley.
Fast forward to the present and Groth is a continuously growing namesake in Oakville. With neighboring vineyards such as Plumpjack, Screaming Eagle, and Silver Oak, the winery has built a superior reputation for its Cabernet Sauvignon wines that are bold and true to the appellation. Benchmark Wine Group is honored to share the wonderful expression of Napa Valley that is Groth.
The Groth Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 1988 hails from the esteemed Oakville region of Napa Valley. Crafted by Nils Venge, this wine is rooted in a legacy of excellence, being part of the lineage that includes Napa's first 100-point wine. The 1988 vintage is characterized by mature flavors of dried cassis, cedar, and cigar box, complemented by graphite and savory herbs. With resolved tannins and medium acidity, it showcases the classic elegance of pre-ripe Oakville wines. The wine has been aged in French oak, enhancing its complexity, and is now at or past its peak drinking window, suggesting a gentle opening with minimal decanting.
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