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Napa Cabernet 2012 vs 2013
Both Napa Cabernet vintages sit inside their broad drinking windows. The practical choice comes down to earlier accessibility in 2012 versus the slightly higher rating and longer runway of 2013.
The quick answer
- Open tonight
- 2012 for the more conservative drink-now choice; 2013 is also in range.
- Buy or cellar
- 2013 when prices are close and you value the longer window.
- Order at a restaurant
- Let price and producer decide: choose 2012 for earlier appeal, 2013 for more structure and runway.
Napa Cabernet
2012
95
Regional score
- Broad drinking window
- 2020–2047
- Why choose it
- Excellent and already comfortably inside its regional window.
Napa Cabernet
2013
96
Regional score
- Broad drinking window
- 2023–2058
- Why choose it
- A slightly higher score with a window extending further.
How to read this comparison
This practical comparison uses wineVintage regional ratings and broad drinking windows. Producer, vineyard, classification, price, storage history, disgorgement and bottle condition can change the answer for a specific wine.