Bevan Cellars • Napa Valley, California
Ontogeny is Bevan Cellars’ signature proprietary red—an approachable, Napa Valley Cabernet‑based blend (often drawn from…Ontogeny is Bevan Cellars’ signature proprietary red—an approachable, Napa Valley Cabernet‑based blend (often drawn from Oakville and other Napa sites) that marries plush dark‑berry and cassis fruit with floral violet/lavender top notes and…Learn More »
$110
/750ml
2023 Retail Average
94
/100
2023 Pro Rating
Dark cherry and plum fruit roll out in lush waves in the 2023 Bevan Cellars Ontogeny, seasoned with cocoa, tobacco and a gentle touch of vanilla from the oak. The palate feels opulent yet surprisingly energetic for Ontogeny, with supple texture, polished tannins and a bright, savory-and-floral lift that keeps the long finish lively rather than heavy.
Grilled ribeye with rosemary and garlic, braised short ribs, mushroom and truffle risotto
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Ontogeny is Bevan Cellars’ signature proprietary red—an approachable, Napa Valley Cabernet‑based blend (often drawn from Oakville and other Napa sites) that marries plush dark‑berry and cassis fruit with floral violet/lavender top notes and savory cedar, tobacco and spice elements; typically full‑bodied with ripe tannins, it’s presented as the winery’s entry‑level, value‑forward wine showcasing Bevan’s Napa style and cellarcraft.