2018 Dalla Valle Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 97-Point Rated Wine

Experience the critically acclaimed Dalla Valle 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – a collector’s dream showcasing eastern Oakville terroir at its finest. This profound vintage delivers explosive depth with captivating layers of crème de cassis, blackberry reduction, and boysenberry compote, elegantly woven with signature notes of violet petals, unsmoked tobacco, and exotic spices including cardamom and sassafras.

Aged 22 months in barrel with pioneering amphora integration (a first for this estate), our Cabernet Sauvignon reveals remarkable balance between its full-bodied concentration and seamless freshness. Expect a powerful yet poised palate framed by firm, velvety tannins leading to an exceptionally long finish accented by mineral complexity and hints of forest floor.

Consistently celebrated by premier critics:
– 97 Points Jeb Dunnuck: “Perfectly balanced… incredible juice.”
– 97 Points Wine Advocate: “Densely packed with perfumed black fruit… seamless freshness.”
– 97 Points Vinous: “Phenomenal balance… powerful, explosive energy.”
– 96 Points Wine Spectator: “Distinctive and gorgeous.”

While approachable now with decanting, this structured 14.9% ABV wine promises extraordinary evolution over 10-15 years – an essential addition for serious cellars seeking benchmark Napa Valley Cabernet.