On the expressive nose, aromas of black cherry and sweet sage are present alongside sweet baking spice notes from the delicate oak integration, leading to flavors of ripe plum and boysenberry, followed by a plush structure, and finishing with soft round tannins.
Varietal | Malbec |
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Vintage | 2018 |
Appellation | Napa Valley |
Blend | Malbec |
Alcohol % | 14.9% |
Enclosure Type | Cork |
Beaulieu Vineyard Winemaker Trevor Durling, presides as only the fifth winemaker in the winery’s 119-year history. A native Californian, Trevor was raised in Sonoma County, the heart of Northern California’s wine country. With a love of agriculture, science and cuisine, Trevor pursued his studies at the University of California Davis in the Viticulture and Enology program. As winemaker at Beaulieu Vineyard, Trevor incorporates his passion for creating fine wines, while preserving the heritage and legacy of Beaulieu Vineyard.
The Napa Valley region enjoyed a stunning, near picture-perfect 2018 growing season including good winter rains, mild spring weather and steady temperatures throughout that allowed for even flowering and bud break. These ideal growing conditions were followed by a cool, even and slow-paced harvest which allowed the winery to vinify wines at a gentle pace. The resulting 2018 wines are of very high quality with plenty of concentrated flavors, color and excellent acidity.
This Reserve Malbec is sourced from a combination of estate vineyards in Rutherford as well as warmer Calistoga vineyards in the north and a small portion of mountain fruit from higher elevation vineyards in Napa Valley. We specifically selected premier vineyard blocks situated on well-draining soils within Napa Valley, promoting smaller berry size and higher skin-to-juice ratio, crafting a superior quality wine.
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