Roy Estate Mr. Evans 2021 – Napa Valley Benchland Grand Cru | Wine & Sense Club

The 2021 Roy Estate Mr. Evans showcases one of the most refined and expressive interpretations of the estate’s lower benchland vineyard blocks. This vintage triumphs through its generous aromatics, structural finesse, and beautifully layered profile, revealing the special character of the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grown at the foot of the Roy Estate property.

From the very first swirl, the wine exudes vibrant red fruit—currant, plum, and wild raspberry—balanced by a subtle tension between freshness and decadence. As the bouquet deepens, notes of black licorice, toasted brioche, and exotic hardwood emerge, adding dimension and warmth. Beneath the fruit and spice lies an ethereal minerality born from the rich loam soils that define this portion of the vineyard.

On the palate, the 2021 Mr. Evans reveals precision and harmony. Its finely woven tannins, supple texture, and beautifully integrated acidity create a wine that is indulgent yet graceful, offering a long, refined finish that continues to evolve with each sip. As the vineyard matures, this cuvée grows more complex each year, promising 20 years of elegant aging and remarkable evolution.

A Grand Cru–level expression for collectors who appreciate wines of poise, aromatic generosity, and benchland terroir distinction.

Varietal Composition

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Petit Verdot
(Blend proportions not publicly disclosed; sourced from benchland estate blocks.)

Vineyard Notes

Mr. Evans is born from the lower benchland parcels at Roy Estate, where deep, fertile loam soils and moderated temperatures produce red-fruited, aromatic, texturally supple wines. This terroir naturally encourages:

• Expressive, high-toned aromatics

• Silky, refined tannins

• Smooth mid-palate weight

• A mineral edge that adds lift and purity

In 2021, ideal growing conditions allowed each variety—Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot—to ripen with precision, creating a cuvée defined by its finesse and evolving complexity.

Tasting Notes

Aromas

• Vibrant red currant, plum, framboise

• Black licorice

• Toasted brioche

• Exotic hardwood

• Loam-derived minerality

Palate

The wine shows:

• Medium body with graceful texture

• Energetic red fruit wrapped in subtle decadence

• Delicately woven tannins

• Refined acidity providing lift

• A polished, extended finish

This is finesse over force, offering a sophisticated, beautifully balanced expression of the estate’s lower vineyard.

Serving Recommendations

Decant 60 minutes.
Serve at ~60°F (15–16°C).