2018 Dalla Valle, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)
$224
97+RP97+LP97JD97AG
Critic key
RP = Robert ParkerAG = Antonio GalloniJD = Jeb DunnuckLP = Lisa Perrotti-Brown
- Rating
- RP97+/LP97+/JD97/AG97
- Producer
- Dalla Valle
- Vintage
- 2018
- Region
- California
- Appellation
- Napa Valley
- Country
- United States
- Grape Varietal
- 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot
- Format
- Bottle
- Volume
- 750mL
- Type
- Still
- Color
- Red
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Product Description
RP97+ "Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate comes soaring out of the glass with energetic notions of fresh blackberries, black cherries and cassis plus nuances of dark chocolate, kirsch, cardamom and tilled soil with a fragrant waft of violets. The full-bodied palate is densely packed with perfumed black fruit flavors, supported by firm, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long with loads of mineral accents." LPB for TWA Jan 2021
LP97+ "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, with just under 5% of it aged in amphoras. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs considerable swirling to uncover notes of fresh black and red currants, black raspberries, and kirsch, plus suggestions of cracked black pepper, underbrush and pencil shavings with a waft of rose oil. The full-bodied palate is densely laden with crunchy black berry layers, framed by beautifully ripe tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long with loads of earth and mineral sparks. It needs time!" LPB for TWI Sep 2022
JD97 "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, which always includes a splash of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is incredible juice and a wine readers should seek out. Showing the quality and style of the vintage beautifully, it offers a captivating bouquet of crème de cassis, unsmoked tobacco, bouquet garni, and violets, with just a touch of foresty, earthy notes in the background. Aged 22 months in barrel (with a small amount in amphora), it’s full-bodied and perfectly balanced, with integrated acidity and a great finish. I love this wine and don't make the mistake of overlooking this while only focusing on the Maya cuvee." JD Jan 2021
AG97 "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful, explosive wine that is going to need a number of years to be at its finest. The energy and raw intensity are so pronounced. Inky dark fruit, spice, menthol, licorice and cedar add striking aromatic nuance, but it is the wine's phenomenal balance that stands out most. This is the first vintage that includes component wine aged in amphora. This is far from an easygoing 2018. (Drink between 2024-2043)" AG for VM Jan 2021
LP97+ "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, with just under 5% of it aged in amphoras. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs considerable swirling to uncover notes of fresh black and red currants, black raspberries, and kirsch, plus suggestions of cracked black pepper, underbrush and pencil shavings with a waft of rose oil. The full-bodied palate is densely laden with crunchy black berry layers, framed by beautifully ripe tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long with loads of earth and mineral sparks. It needs time!" LPB for TWI Sep 2022
JD97 "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, which always includes a splash of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is incredible juice and a wine readers should seek out. Showing the quality and style of the vintage beautifully, it offers a captivating bouquet of crème de cassis, unsmoked tobacco, bouquet garni, and violets, with just a touch of foresty, earthy notes in the background. Aged 22 months in barrel (with a small amount in amphora), it’s full-bodied and perfectly balanced, with integrated acidity and a great finish. I love this wine and don't make the mistake of overlooking this while only focusing on the Maya cuvee." JD Jan 2021
AG97 "The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful, explosive wine that is going to need a number of years to be at its finest. The energy and raw intensity are so pronounced. Inky dark fruit, spice, menthol, licorice and cedar add striking aromatic nuance, but it is the wine's phenomenal balance that stands out most. This is the first vintage that includes component wine aged in amphora. This is far from an easygoing 2018. (Drink between 2024-2043)" AG for VM Jan 2021