2018 Rewa Cabernet Sauvignon
“Once again, another majestic Cabernet from Celia Welch which is no major surprise given the universal acclaim for Napa’s 2018 vintage! This is an silky smooth and gloriously well balanced Cabernet that reminds us of many Napa ‘Cult’ favorites that trade for much higher prices. Rewa 2018 currently boasts a rich core of dark fruits along with a cornucopia of cassis, blackberry, plum, dark chocolate, toffee, Moroccan spices, and pipe tobacco that all abound across the grainy tannins and seemingly endless finish. This blockbuster proves Welch’s deft hand behind such grace and complexity in winemaking. Enjoy now (decanting recommended) through 2029+.”
The Wine
- Winery Rewa
- Vintage 2018
- Vineyard Rewa Estate
- Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
- Style Cult
- Winemaker Celia Welch
Locale
- Country USA
- State CA
- Region Napa Valley-Coombsville
Cellar Notes
- Aromatics Cassis, Dark Chocolate, Plum
- Tasting Notes Spice Box, Tobacco, Toffee
- Food Pairings Lamb Stew with Root Vegetables, Moroccan Lamb Barbecue, Parmesan-Herb Lamb Chops with Mint Aioli
- Aging The hand-harvested fruit was picked by-block prior to dawn on October 15, fermented separately, and kept as discreet lots for approximately ten months. The wine was then blended and returned to barrels for an additional year of aging in French oak. The wine was bottled without fining or filtration on July 17, 2020.
- Opening Enjoy now (decanting recommended) through 2029+
Ratings
- Our Rating 99 - Legendary