$115.00
This graceful and structured wine presents dark purple hues with aromas of deep black plum, blackberry, espresso and notes of anise. Flavors of blackberry, cassis, molasses and toasted barrel add extra depth and texture. The 2014 Napa Valley Élu is rich and complex with a nice mouthfeel and excellent length.
In 2014, we experienced a continuation of the drought in Napa Valley and reduced snowpack in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Our vineyards saw the first significant rainfall of the year in February, bringing a welcome soak of eight inches that helped replenish thirsty water reserves. While March gave us some additional rain, the growing season remained dry.
May was warm, leading to a hot June with the heat continuing through early October at the height of harvest. In the cool morning hours, the grapes were harvested by hand and brought to the winery where they were hand sorted. Warm fermentation temperatures along with gentle cap maceration helped achieve the desired color and structure for the wine before an extended maceration time on the skins.
92 Points, James Suckling – “Some subtle fruit and polish to this Bordeaux blend. It’s full-to medium-bodied, soft-textured and fresh and bright on the finish. Outstanding energy and focus.” May 2017
91 Points, Robert Parker – “Their 2014 Elu Proprietary Red is a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 12% Malbec and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. This sees 100% French oak for 19 months, of which 46% is new. Loads of crème de cassis, blueberry, honeysuckle, plum and coffee bean notes are present in this lush, opulent, sexy and open-knit wine that is a characteristic of 2014. The acidity is low, the tannin fine-grained and the wine irresistible already.” – October 2016
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