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Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Josh Cellars — Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits

America's best-selling premium table wine, named for the founder's father

Josh Cellars — Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits

Distillery

United States

Country

13.50%

ABV

7.6/10

Rating

★★★½★

7.6/10

California, USA Est. 2007 13.50% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance

Deep garnet red

Nose & Aroma

Blackberry, dark cherry, vanilla oak and a hint of baking spice

Palate & Taste

Full-bodied and well-balanced with dark fruit, integrated oak, moderate tannin and a touch of chocolate and spice that gives it more structure than typical budget Cabernets

Finish

Medium length, smooth with lingering dark fruit and gentle oak spice

History & Background

Josh Cellars was launched in 2007 by vintner Joseph Carr, who named the brand after his father, Josh, honoring his early influence on Carr's path into winemaking. Sourcing fruit from Mendocino and Paso Robles, the brand grew from roughly one million cases in 2016 to 7.5 million cases by 2024, and became the best-selling premium table wine brand in the United States and the top-selling brand priced over $10 per bottle. The Cabernet Sauvignon remains the flagship expression that built the brand's reputation for offering noticeably more depth than typical grocery-store reds at only a modest price premium.

Production & Maturation

Production Method

Sourced primarily from Mendocino and Paso Robles vineyards in California, fermented and blended for a fuller-bodied style with deliberate oak integration to add structure and spice beyond typical budget-tier Cabernet Sauvignon.

Aging & Maturation

Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for a period aimed at building moderate tannin structure and vanilla-spice character without extended cellaring.

Distillery

Josh Cellars — Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits

Founded

2007

Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: July 2026.

United States Prices

Pennsylvania USD17.24

Illinois USD16.49

New York USD16.19

Florida USD14.69

Texas USD14.99

California USD14.24

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Josh Cellars named 'Josh'?

Founder Joseph Carr named the brand after his father, Josh, as a tribute to his influence on Carr's path into the wine industry. The brand launched in 2007 and has since grown into the best-selling premium table wine in the United States.

What is the price of Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon in the US?

Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon typically retails between USD 13 and 16 for a 750ml bottle at grocery stores and major retailers like Total Wine, with delivery-app pricing sometimes running a few dollars higher.

Josh Cellars vs Barefoot Cabernet Sauvignon — is the extra cost worth it?

Yes, for most drinkers. Josh Cellars offers noticeably more oak integration, structure and dark fruit depth than Barefoot's simpler, sweeter profile, and it's widely regarded as the best-value step up from budget-tier Cabernet Sauvignon in the roughly $12–16 range.

How big is Josh Cellars as a wine brand?

Very. Production grew from about 1 million cases in 2016 to 7.5 million cases by 2024, making it the best-selling premium table wine brand in the US and the top-selling wine brand priced above $10 per bottle.

How should Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon be served?

Serve at room temperature (around 60–65°F) in a standard red wine glass. Decanting for 20–30 minutes before serving can help open up the oak and dark fruit aromatics if you have the time.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma

I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.

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