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94 Points
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94 Points
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93 Points
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93 Points
This Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the traditional Bordeaux blend of five varietals, offering a rich tapestry of flavors with freshness and depth.
The 2021 vintage earned 94 points from both Wine Spectator and Jeb Dunnuck, highlighting its superb quality and aging potential.
Sourced predominantly from the prestigious To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, this wine benefits from optimal sun exposure and well-drained soils, enhancing its complex flavor profile.
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Description
The Robert Mondavi Estate Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a standout expression of Napa Valley’s renowned Oakville District. Crafted from a traditional blend of all five Bordeaux varietals, this wine perfectly balances freshness and complexity while honoring the varietal character of the Oakville fruit. Predominantly sourced from the esteemed To Kalon Vineyard, it reflects the exceptional terroir with rich, complex flavors and impeccable phenolic maturity.
The 2019 vintage, described as a winemaker’s dream, benefits from a smooth and even ripening process due to a moderate summer and well-timed harvest. With 32 days of skin contact and 20 months aging in French oak barrels (90% new), the resulting wine is a beautiful showcase of juicy black plum, blackberry, and blueberry flavors, supported by fine, well-integrated tannins. The wine’s elegant acidity and flow make it approachable now, with the potential to develop further complexity through 2034.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Anise, Smoky, Violet
Palate:Black Fruits, Dried Herbs, Red Fruits
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
Description
The Robert Mondavi Estate Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a standout expression of Napa Valley’s renowned Oakville District. Crafted from a traditional blend of all five Bordeaux varietals, this wine perfectly balances freshness and complexity while honoring the varietal character of the Oakville fruit. Predominantly sourced from the esteemed To Kalon Vineyard, it reflects the exceptional terroir with rich, complex flavors and impeccable phenolic maturity.
The 2019 vintage, described as a winemaker’s dream, benefits from a smooth and even ripening process due to a moderate summer and well-timed harvest. With 32 days of skin contact and 20 months aging in French oak barrels (90% new), the resulting wine is a beautiful showcase of juicy black plum, blackberry, and blueberry flavors, supported by fine, well-integrated tannins. The wine’s elegant acidity and flow make it approachable now, with the potential to develop further complexity through 2034.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Anise, Smoky, Violet
Palate:
Black Fruits, Dried Herbs, Red Fruits
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Anise, Smoky, Violet
Black Fruits, Dried Herbs, Red Fruits
Game
Pork
Red Meat