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Pure and powerful, this wine opens
with fresh blueberries, blackberry 
pie and cassis. e endless dark 
fruit is complemented by a range 
of baking spices: vanilla at first, 
but also clove and cinnamon.
PALATE
e first sip instantly reveals the 
character of this Cabernet: dense and
chewy with bright red fruit, incredible
tension and pure, fine grain tannins. 
Not only is everything in its place; 
but the layers of flavor, the depth of 
the fruit and the sublime texture are 
constantly rearranging. Each glass 
will be a unique experience. 
FINISH
In contrast to the dynamic 
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stout. Abundant cocoa, espresso 
bean and black pepper dovetail 
into dark, black fruit while
tart raspberry and strawberry jam linger.
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            [WineMakingNotes] =>  Every once in a while, nature serves up the proverbial “pitch down the middle.” Everyone remembers fondly the 
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as a winemaker, our favorite vintages are typically those that follow a Hollywood-esque storyline with unforeseen 
challenges, plenty of character development, and of course final victory. With that said, it is just as gratifying to hit 
that pitch out of the park if the opportunity is there. Moreover, while it’s true that every vintage builds character, 
growing seasons like 2019 beget gratefulness and reflection in reminding us why Napa Valley in general and the 
Montelena Estate vineyard in particular are so special. In short, this vintage exemplifies all of the characteristics 
that one could seek in delicious, age-worthy wine.
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e growing season began cold and wet, typically the harbinger of a late vintage. However, by mid-summer, abundant
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a surprise to experience a divergence in ripening across different soils and clones. at’s to be expected and can be 
quite beneficial when handled correctly. ankfully, the weather during September cooperated and despite a few 
periods when patience was necessary, harvest proceeded smoothly and successfully.
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                    [Notes1] => In 1972 Jim Barrett, son of a Waterford immigrant, purchased the 
historic 100 hectare property which lies 3.5 kilometres north of 
Calistoga, at the base of Mount St. Helena. The region lies on a 
complex terroir with a mixture of alluvial and volcanic soils, some on the flat, some on steeply sided hillsides and in 2010 was given its own AVA (American Viticultural Area) as a recognition of its uniqueness. Under Jim Barrett’s guidance the château’s vineyards were replanted and a modern winery was installed and in 1976 his vision was rewarded by winning the famous ‘Judgement of Paris’ when his Chardonnay beat 4 white Burgundies and five other Californian Chardonnays in a blind tasting that rocked the wine world. Today, Jim’s son, Bo, is at the helm and he has continued the tradition of making elegantly styled wines, both white and red.
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                    [Notes4] => One of the world`s finest estates, chateau montelena produced the winning white wine in the infamous ‘judgement of paris` tasting of 1976. now known as much for reds as for their whites, montelena is undoubtedly one of napa valley`s finest ambassadors and one of the world’s great producers.  “no other winery i know of has such an unbroken track record for making world class wines year after year.” – robert parker
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Product Code: ML0321RC

Tasting Notes

NOSE Pure and powerful, this wine opens with fresh blueberries, blackberry pie and cassis. e endless dark fruit is complemented by a range of baking spices: vanilla at first, but also clove and cinnamon. PALATE e first sip instantly reveals the character of this Cabernet: dense and chewy with bright red fruit, incredible tension and pure, fine grain tannins. Not only is everything in its place; but the layers of flavor, the depth of the fruit and the sublime texture are constantly rearranging. Each glass will be a unique experience. FINISH In contrast to the dynamic palate, the finish is focused and stout. Abundant cocoa, espresso bean and black pepper dovetail into dark, black fruit while tart raspberry and strawberry jam linger.

Profile

Cabernet Sauvignon

13.8

UNITED STATES

12

Cork

Chateau Montelena