Red wine is a cornerstone of any Valentine’s Day celebration, setting the mood for romantic dinners, heartfelt toasts, and moments meant to be lingered over. Elegant, personal, and timeless, wine is the perfect gift for expressing love.

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This Valentine’s Day, Aperture Cellars offers a curated selection of Cabernet Sauvignons designed to elevate the occasion, whether shared over candlelight or given as a statement bottle. Below are examples of some Aperture Cellars wine pairings sure to make Valentine’s Day and the entire season of love flow with delicious liquid reds.

2023 Aperture Cabernet Sauvignon
Approachable and modern, this Cabernet offers ripe black fruit, velvety tannins, and a smooth, lingering finish. A versatile favorite, perfect for Valentine’s dinners, gifting, or celebrating love in any form. $75, 750ml

2022 SJ Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon
Bold yet refined, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon showcases rich, dark fruit and a beautifully structured palate with an effortless sense of elegance. A striking choice for those who love powerful wines with a romantic edge. $150, 750ml

2022 Aperture Oliver Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon
Refined yet powerful, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon delivers concentrated dark fruit, vibrant energy, and beautifully balanced structure. Available in an impressive 1.5L magnum format, it is an unforgettable centerpiece for a romantic Valentine’s Day celebration. $325, 1.5L

2021 Collage Proprietary Red, Three-Bottle Set

A true expression of precision and artistry, this wine is crafted from the finest vineyard lots across five acclaimed AVAs within the Aperture portfolio. The result is a singular, captivating wine that reflects exceptional quality and place. “It has a fantastic nose, with notes of crème de cassis, graphite, pristine floral perfume, and polished leather. The palate is full and weightless, with a completely seamless feel and a velvety texture, although its tannins have a more focused and detailed character. This team knows how to knock this type of wine out of the park and captures a level of refinement that is just stunning.” 100 pts – Audrey Frick, Jen Dunnuck $1,275, 750ml. each bottle

From intimate nights in to thoughtful gifts that leave a lasting impression, Aperture’s Cabernet Sauvignons offer a sophisticated way to celebrate love and connection this Valentine’s Day.
Aperture wines are primarily sold directly through their website (aperture-cellars.com) and estate in Healdsburg, California. They are also available at St. Louis retailers that have high-end wines such as, Total Wine & More.

About Aperture Cellars

Aperture Cellars is a premier winery in Healdsburg, California, founded in 2009 by winemaker Jesse Katz. Known for producing high-end, small-batch Bordeaux-style wines (specifically Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Red Blends) from cool-climate Sonoma County vineyards, the winery focuses on elegance, freshness, and distinct, terroir-driven flavors.

Key aspects of Aperture Cellars include:

Founder: Jesse Katz, known for crafting highly lauded wines.
Wine Focus: Primarily Bordeaux-style blends, alongside high-acid, cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc.
Location: A modern estate in Healdsburg, CA, which offers a, gallery-style tasting lounge, and private rooms for, intimate experiences.
Design Influence: The winery is inspired by the photography of Andy Katz (Jesse's father), featuring, a, design that plays with light and shadow, reflecting, the name "Aperture".
Wine Offerings: The portfolio includes Soil Series (soil-specific), Site Series (terroir-driven), and Estate Series wines

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About Aperture Cellars