2019 Mayacamas Mount Veeder Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

VIN97 The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic, and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint, and exotic spice nuances linger. Even in the early going, the 2019 i shaping up to be majestic.

WS96 Loaded with character and energy, this version reveals heavy notes of zesty sweet bay leaf and sassafras that infuse a core of steeped red currant and mulberry fruit, all carried by bright acidity and iron-laced tannins. The long finish pulls everything together, with the fruit, savory and mineral elements in harmony. Showing an old-school touch, this has a long life ahead. Best from 2025 through 2045.

Estate Notes: The 2019 Mayacamas Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon opens with lilac, dried sage, and graphite. Wild mountain blueberry, maraschino cherry, and blackberry round out the fruit profile. A very elegant wine with wonderful detail and nuance.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon • Appellation: Mt. Veeder • 20-30 yr old vines • 2000ft elevation • Volcanic and ancient marine soils • Fermentation in cement vats (65%), stainless steel tanks (35%)• 20 months in large format foudre, and 14 months in barrique. After bottling, the wine was cellared for an additional year before release • 14% ABV