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2015 Cabernet Sauvignon

2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
96 Points Robert Parker

Dubbed “Chateau Mouton-Rothschild meets Chateau Montrose—with Napa opulence” by vintner Ralph Hertelendy, this 2015 Cabernet is a bold, luxurious masterpiece. This wine was crafted from First Growth-level fruit in Oakville (adjacent to a very famous, iconic Napa Valley winery who charges $1000+ per bottle), Howell Mountain, Atlas Peak, Pritchard Hill, and Silverado Bench fruit—and aged 23 months in 90% new French and Hungarian oak. Displaying a wonderfully playful symbiotic relationship between Mayacama valley floor character and Vaca mountainous structure, this Cabernet Sauvignon shows more complex character and refined elegance than the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Seductive aromas of roasted coffee, crème de cassis, violets, and dark cherry lead to a velvety palate layered with blackcurrant, rose petals, and a long espresso crème brûlée finish. With only 706 cases produced and 35% yield loss due to shatter, this limited release is our most complex and captivating Cabernet to date. The mesmerizing complexities between the balanced, full-body character interlaced with the structured yet velvety tannins may cause frisson with certain individuals. Proceed with delight!

Varietal Composition: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 7% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Franc & 3% Merlot

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FOOD PAIRING: Tomahawk Steak, beef wellington, BBQ brisket, and Tomme de Brebis cheese
MUSIC PAIRING: Cabernet Medley

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SKU: HERT15CS7
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
10/14/2015
Aging
23 months - 90% new French and Hungarian Oak
Alcohol %
14.70
Robert Parker
96
Wine Advocate
96
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
"Hertelendy's inky purple-black colored 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon has a lifted blackberry and cassis nose with nuances of cedar, tobacco and bouquet garni plus scents of chargrilled meat and truffles. Medium to full-bodied, with good concentration in the mouth and firm, fine-grained tannins, it's expressive and youthful with a long finish." — Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 96 Points
Ratings
"The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is also inky purple in color and offers a high-class bouquet of crème de cassis, vanilla bean, white flowers, blueberries and incense. It's full-bodied, deep, multi-dimensional and elegant on the palate, with fine, fine tannin and awesome purity of fruit." — Jeb Dunnuck, 96 Points
Awards
Gold Winner at TEXSOM (arguably the most prestigious wine competition in the world judged by Master Sommeliers and Masters of Wine). Gold Winner at Sunset International Wine Competition.
Production
"Put this bottle on the table next to most reds and it’s like sending Shaquille O’Neal into a middle-school basketball game."—Ian Cauble, Master Sommelier (from the hit movie series Somm)
Other Notes
"The 2015 Hertelendy Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from multiple vineyards including Howell Mountain, Atlas Peak, Pritchard Hill, and Silverado Bench fruit and the first vintage to include the Oakville fruit which they have been on a waiting list to obtain for 3 years. The wine itself is absolutely fantastic, as it displays a dark, inky color, with aromas of fresh ripe blackberries and dark currants that come together with spices, fresh violets, loam, hints of wild herbs and dark chocolate all taking shape. Full-bodied with a gorgeous rich, opulent texture, supported by muscular, yet beautifully polished tannins. Deep and concentrated, with layer upon layer of ripe dark fruits, spices and mocha nuances which envelope the palate. It continues to impress all the way through the multidimensional finish, where everything comes together seamlessly with remarkable length. A hedonistic wine, which is simply delicious now, yet should continue to provide many years of pleasure. An absolutely amazing effort from Ralph Hertelendy and Phillip Corallo-Titus on this outstanding wine." — International Wine Report, 96 Points