Fairest Creature's 2019 Triniceros Named Greatest Napa Cabernet of 21st Century by Robb Report

The 2019 Triniceros Cabernet Sauvignon from Fairest Creature, a relatively young Napa Valley winery founded in 2018, has been named the single greatest Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon of the 21st century by Robb Report. This recognition places the ultra-limited wine above iconic, legacy producers in the prestigious publication's ranking of the 50 Greatest Cabernet Sauvignons of the Century so far.

Robb Report authors Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen wrote that while Fairest Creature has been producing acclaimed Napa Cabs for years, this particular blend stands out as exceptional. They described the wine as having "heady aromas of blue fruits, cocoa powder, espresso, black raspberry, and graphite with jaw dropping flavors of ripe red and black fruits, tobacco leaf, and brown baking spices supported by a sturdy backbone of minerality." The authors noted the wine's significance comes from being a blend of three separate barrels first produced by legendary winemakers Thomas Rivers Brown, Benoit Touquette, and Philippe Melka, then assembled by superstar blender Michel Rolland.

This achievement represents a notable disruption in the Napa Valley wine hierarchy, where established producers have traditionally dominated critical acclaim. For a winery founded just seven years ago to secure the top position speaks to changing dynamics in the region's wine production and evaluation. The recognition validates the approach of proprietor Jayson Hu, who shifted from Silicon Valley technology to wine, applying what he describes as a "creative and analytical mindset" to secure premier vineyard sources and assemble what he calls "the most highly sought-after winemaking team."

The Robb Report ranking carries significant weight in the luxury wine market, potentially influencing collector interest, pricing, and perception of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. With Napa Valley's winemaking history stretching back to 1839, according to the Robb Report authors, and the region being "heralded as the source of some of the world's best Cabernet Sauvignon," this top placement for a new producer signals that exceptional quality can emerge from non-traditional sources. The impact extends beyond Fairest Creature to suggest that collaborative winemaking approaches involving multiple renowned winemakers can produce benchmark wines that compete with single-winemaker creations from established houses.

For consumers and collectors, this development highlights the importance of looking beyond brand legacy when evaluating Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The recognition may prompt increased interest in newer producers employing innovative approaches while maintaining traditional quality standards. Industry observers will watch whether this signals a broader trend of critical recognition shifting toward collaborative, multi-winemaker projects in premium wine regions. More information about Fairest Creature is available at https://fairestcreature.com.