Staglin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

 A monumental and ultra-classic expression of Rutherford terroir, the 2018 Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is hailed as one of the finest vintages ever produced by the estate. This wine presents a deep ruby-plum color and opens with a complex, high-toned bouquet of cassis, blackcurrants, and cedary plums, seamlessly layered with notes of lavender, smoked tobacco, and lead pencil shavings. On the palate, it is full-bodied, opulent, and impeccably balanced, showcasing a dense core of dark fruit supported by fine-grained tannins and a vibrant, cooling acidity characteristic of the mild 2018 growing season. Matured for 21 months in French oak, it delivers an extraordinarily long, precise finish with lingering nuances of dark chocolate, menthol, and a distinct stony minerality.

94 Points - Wine Spectator

Rich and seductive, with velvety dark plum, mulberry and boysenberry fruit flavors gliding through, infused with anise, roasted apple wood and black tea notes. The fruit echoes persistently through the finish, where a violet notes adds additional charm. A very suave wine that nearly flaunts its texture. Drink now through 2035.