Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Buccella
Label Name:
 
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley (Oakville, Yountville, Coombsville)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, 2% Merlot
Method:
 
Sourced from small Napa vineyards, low-yield fruit; fermented traditionally, aged ~22 months in 80% new French oak; bottled unfiltered and unfined.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Dense dark-fruit core of cassis, blackberry and plum with cocoa, espresso, vanilla and violet florals. Silky, plush tannins, bright acidity and a long chocolate-tinged finish. Age-worthy and concentrated.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, aged cheddar, beef short ribs. Asian: Korean BBQ (galbi), Chinese red-braised beef, Sichuan-style beef, Japanese wagyu or teriyaki beef dishes.
Vineyard Info:
 
Buccella, founded by Bill and Alicia Deem (est. 2002), produces small-lot, opulent Napa wines sourcing fruit from multiple premium AVAs for layered complexity.
Awards/Ratings:
 
James Suckling 95 (Oct 2021); Jeb Dunnuck 95+ (May 2022); Wine Advocate 93 (Sept 2022); Vinous 92 (Oct 2021). (Sources: Buccella, KLWines, Wine Advocate, Vinous)