Gift Includes - 1 bottle of 2018 Estate Cabernet Magnum (1.5L). 1 bottle total. Gift Box, Gift Card and Ground Shipping
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Accolade(s)
93 Points & Editors' Choice - Wine Enthusiast Magazine
93 Points - International Wine Review
Vineyards
Our 2018 Estate Cabernet features four distinct blocks of Cabernet
Sauvignon, plus careful selections of Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot
for added interest and intensity. The final ensemble is a stellar
example of Alexander Valley Cabernet at its finest.
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
2018 is going to be recognized as a show-stopping example of what
California can achieve when all the stars align, and oh my, did they
line up this vintage. A pristine dark red and deep purple tint at its
core tells you right away this is a serious contender. The aromas
celebrate the dark side of Cabernet as well, featuring ripe black plum,
black currant and black cherry heightened by an intriguing note of
graphite and subtle touches of black pepper, vanilla and sun-baked
earth. All these elements come to a beautiful crescendo on the palate in
perfect harmony and balance, with fine tannins, beautiful acidity and a
dash of warm baking spices on the long and satisfying finish. This Cab
might just be too good. We are in love.
Food Affinities
This one is a slam dunk for all your red meat favorites - filets,
short ribs, T-bones - grilled or broiled, with salt, pepper and olive
oil, or topped with herbed red wine reduction sauces. Aged cheddar and
most other hard cheeses will play along nicely as well. The balance on
this wine makes it an easy pairing with all of your fall and winter
favorites.
Ageability
Surprisingly approachable already, this Cabernet will nonetheless
age effortlessly for another 10-15 years or longer when properly
cellared.
Technical Data
89% Cabernet Sauvignon
5% Merlot
4% Malbec
2% Petit Verdot
Alcohol: 15.1%
Produced: 50 cases
Bottled: July 2020
Released: March 2021
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