Eisele Vineyard Altagracia Cabernet Sauvignon Mixed Vintage Case #1 6x750ml

The Eisele Vineyard Altagracia Cabernet Sauvignon Mixed Vintage Case #1 is an ultra-exclusive, estate-curated OWC (Original Wooden Case) showcasing a horizontal and vertical journey of the estate’s secondary label.

Altagracia is crafted using the same rigorous biodynamic standards as the flagship Eisele Cabernet but leans on the property's eastern, volcanic hillside parcels and select younger blocks to deliver a more approachable, aromatically open style in its youth. These direct-from-winery mixed cases are typically released to allocation list members and premier global brokers, serving as a masterclass in how different Napa Valley growing seasons impact the estate’s distinct terroir.

What to Expect in the Case

• The Format: Typically presented as an insulated, estate-branded 6-bottle wooden case ($6 \times 750\text{ml}$).

• The Vintages: While "Case #2" focuses on a slightly later set of years, Case #1 typically groups a trio of highly acclaimed, foundational back-to-back vintages from the late 2010s (most frequently featuring two bottles each of 2017, 2018, and 2019).

• The Experience: It highlights the fascinating contrast between the structural tension and freshness of a cooler year (like 2017), the textbook perfection and balance of an epic year (like 2018), and the opulent, sun-kissed, plush fruit profile of a warmer year (like 2019).

The Wine Profile (Altagracia Style)

• The Bouquet: Remarkably perfumed and lifted. It reveals high-toned aromas of cassis, black raspberries, and red plums, layered beautifully with violet petals, sandalwood, tobacco leaf, and a distinct graphite/crushed volcanic rock minerality.

• The Palate: Medium-to-full-bodied with an elegant, weightless feel compared to typical Napa blockbusters. It strikes a balance between rich dark fruit and savory spices (clove, cocoa powder, and cumin).

• The Tannins: Supple and powdery, backed by a persistent line of fresh acidity that grants these vintages an open drinking window now while maintaining a solid 10 to 15-year cellaring potential.