Robert Mondavi Cabernet
Oakville Cabernet since 1966, poured in Commack for decades.
The story behind Robert Mondavi
Robert Mondavi built his Oakville winery in 1966, the first major Napa Valley winery raised since Prohibition. He was 52, fresh off a family rift at Charles Krug, and he had one idea: California Cabernet that could stand beside Bordeaux. He planted heavily in To Kalon, a 440 acre vineyard first established in 1868, and released his first vintage that same year. The Reserve followed in 1971.
He also pushed varietal labeling, naming wine for the grape instead of a vague region, and aged his Cabernet in French oak for 18 to 24 months to keep vanilla out of the way. Constellation Brands bought the winery in 2004. The Cabernet is what we have poured here for over 30 years.
Explore the Robert Mondavi range
Mondavi makes Cabernet in tiers, from the everyday Private Selection to the collectible To Kalon Reserve. Here is the ladder, priced to what we stock.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon | California Cabernet | 13.5% ABV | Medium body, dark cherry, soft tannin, everyday pour |
| Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Cabernet | Bourbon barrel aged Cabernet | 14.5% ABV | Charred oak, sweet smoke, coffee, vanilla |
| Private Selection 100% Cabernet | Single varietal Cabernet | 13.5% ABV | Pure Cabernet fruit, firmer structure, cassis |
| Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley Cabernet | 14.5% ABV | Bold, structured, dark fruit, herbal undertone |
| The Estates Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville AVA Cabernet | 14.5% ABV | Oakville terroir, dense fruit, long finish |
| The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon | To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet | 14.5% ABV | Flagship, intense, built to age for decades |
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Malbec 750mL$9.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - Bdx Red 750mL$55.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Bourbon Char 750mL$14.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Rum Merlot 750mL$14.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Butter Chard 750mL$13.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Pinot Grigio 750mL$9.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Riesling 750mL$9.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - Oakville Cabernet 750mL$49.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select 100% Cab 750mL$13.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select 100% Chard 750mL$13.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Rye Chard 750mL$14.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - P/select Red Blend 750mL$10.99Out of stock
WineRobert Mondavi - Moscato D'oro 375mL$16.99Which Robert Mondavi is right for you?
The entry point is honest money. Robert Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon runs $9.99 for the 750mL, and the Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet is $14.99, a couple dollars more for the charred oak and smoke. Step up to the 100% Cabernet at $13.99 when you want the grape undiluted. The Napa Valley, Oakville and Reserve tiers sit well above these, and we will quote you on those when they land. Buy Robert Mondavi online here and pick it up curbside in Commack.
$9.99, medium body, handles a grilled burger without fuss.
Charred barrel gives coffee and sweet smoke for $14.99.
No blending cushion, just Cabernet fruit and firm tannin at $13.99.