More about the 2021 SLINGSHOT NORTH COAST CABERNET SAUVIGNON: Slingshot emerged from wanting to create exceptional California wines that carry purpose without pretense. Launched in 2005, the winery has devoted itself to the North Coast AVA—a rich mosaic of premier vineyards stretching across Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Lake Counties. Each bottle captures the essence of this region: the cool breath of the coast, the varied earth beneath, and the lively interplay of microclimates—all shaped by the founder’s conviction that fine wine should be inspiring and available to all. At the helm is winemaker Blair Guthrie, whose worldly perspective and refined touch craft Slingshot’s distinctive style. Raised in New Zealand, Blair refined his skills across hemispheres before settling in California’s embrace. Now, he nurtures a philosophy of sustainable growing and gentle winemaking, letting the land’s story unfold naturally. The emerging wines are pure and vivid—unforced expressions of their birthplace. The 2021 Slingshot embodies this ethos. Drawn from the celebrated Testa and Johnson Vineyards in Mendocino and Lake Counties, it reveals the North Coast’s hallmark intensity, vibrancy, and grace. For those seeking a Cabernet that speaks with clarity, character, and coastal charm, this is a bottle you’ll return to time and again.