| Category: | Red Wines |
| Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
| Producer: | Quintessa |
| Label Name: | Vintage (2023 Release) |
| Vintage: | 2015 |
| Country: | United States |
| Region: | Rutherford, Napa Valley, California |
| Volume: | 750ml |
| ABV: | 14.5% |
| Grape(s): | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Acidity: | 4 |
| Tannins: | 4 |
| Sweetness: | 1 |
| Body: | 5 |
| Length: | 5 |
| Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
| Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 97 pts; Decanter 97 pts (noting 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8. 5% Merlot, 8. 5% Cabernet Franc); Wine Advocate 94–96 (barrel sample); Wine & Spirits ~91
Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry and cassis with blueberry, graphite, bay leaf and dark chocolate. Silky, fine-grained tannins, lively acidity and a long mineral finish; poised for long-term aging.
Food Pairing
Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, aged cheddar, beef short ribs; Asian: Korean BBQ (galbi), Peking duck, miso‑glazed eggplant, char siu pork.
Production Method
Biodynamically farmed estate fruit; block-by-block fermentations with ~19-day maceration; aged 21 months in 100% French oak (≈75% new).
Vineyard Info
Founded by the Huneeus family on a Rutherford estate; biodynamic practices and estate blending highlight complex terroir. 2015 was Rebekah Wineburg's first full vintage as winemaker.
Quintessa Vintage (2023 Release) 2015
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