Pellet Estate - Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (750ml)

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Producer	Pellet Estate
Country	United States
Region	California
Subregion	Napa Valley
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage	2018
Sku	106725
Size	750ml
ABV	13.00%

Pellet Estate Description

Winemaker Notes

They hand sorted their grapes both prior to and after de-stemming, and following a four day whole berry maceration and cold soak, they began primary fermentation. After nearly three weeks, the wine was gently pressed-off and racked to 80% new Darnajou, Ermitage, and Cadus 36 month-aged tight grain French Oak barrels to complete a slow secondary fermentation for another few months. This wine is still in barrel under development, is showing amazing saturation of color, and will be bottle aged for around 2 years before its release.

Professional Ratings

94Vinous
The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Pellet Vineyard is a rich, heady wine. Effusive aromatics and exuberant fruit give the 2018 so much immediacy and charm. Inky red/purplish berry fruit, lavender, rose petal and spice meld together effortlessly. This seamless, opulent St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon will drink well right out of the gate and drink well for another 10-15 years, maybe more.
93Jeb Dunnuck
Lots of cassis, tobacco, lead pencil, and plum notes emerge from the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, a medium to full-bodied, nicely balanced Cabernet that has notable purity of fruit, some background oak, and outstanding length. It's going to evolve for 10-15 years.
91James Suckling
Blackberries, some spices and vanilla on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with soft tannins, a refreshing texture and great drinkability. Rather short, savory finish. But very enjoyable.
91Decanter
A deep, dark, plush showing of this classic St. Helena vineyard. Blackberry jam, iron and bloodline aromas. The palate is powerful and velvety, leaving off with chewy but elegant tannins. Very enjoyable.