Textbook - 2022 - Page-Turner (Proprietary Red) - 750 ml.

Subregion: Oakville (Napa Valley)

Page-Turner (Proprietary Red) from Textbook is an Oakville-crafted, Right Bank-inspired Napa Valley blend that foregrounds Merlot with supportive Cabernet Sauvignon and occasional Cabernet Franc. Sourced from Oakville fruit, this 750 ml bottling exhibits a silky, fruit-forward profile: ripe cherry and dark berry fruit sits alongside cocoa, mint-chocolate overtones and a thread of roasted spice. Moderate oak aging adds nuance—softening tannins, introducing subtle vanilla and baking spice without overwhelming the fruit core. Reviewers have praised its plush texture and density; one tasting note highlights roasted spices, mint chocolate and walnut nuances and describes the palate as broad and velvety. The blend composition typically places Merlot at roughly 60% with Cabernet Sauvignon around 25% and Cabernet Franc near 15%, creating a wine that balances approachability with underlying structure. Page-Turner pairs confidently with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised short ribs and aged cheddar, and it’s often enjoyed in the bottle’s first decade. Offered singularly in 750 ml bottles and sometimes sold by the six-bottle case, this is a well-made Napa Valley red that suits both special dinners and relaxed evenings where plush fruit and polished oak are desired. For collectors seeking a Merlot-led Napa expression with Cabernet backbone, Page-Turner delivers immediate appeal and short-term aging potential.