Alpha Omega - Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
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94
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94
Price: $157.98
| Producer | Alpha Omega |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Napa Valley |
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Sku | 06819 |
Alpha Omega Description
About This Wine:
- On the nose: Violets, blackberries, cherry pits, worn leather, matchboxes, dusty soil
- On the palate: Boysenberry, currant, anise, rose, espresso bean, elegant French oak, broad on the palate while being both balanced and powerful
Wine Profile
- Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Merlot
- Fermentation: 70% barrel fermented, 30% stainless steel tank fermented
- Aging: 22 months, 100% French oak; 75% new, 25% 1-year-old
- Vintage Notes: Dubbed a “Winemaker’s Dream Vintage” the 2018 growing season in Napa saw cooler than average temperatures throughout Spring and Summer. An abundance of rain in February was followed by continuous days of sunshine and mild temperatures that made for uniform vines and even cluster growth. With no major heat spikes to contend with, there was no need to rush through harvest. Cooler temperatures allowed us to pick when we wanted, without stress and under optimal conditions. The gift from Mother Nature translated to wines that not only have great concentration but also an amazing freshness.
James Suckling: 94 Points
Black-olive and savory smoked-meat aromas, along with dried blueberry and walnut. It’s full-bodied with firm, powdery tannins. Dark chocolate adds to the savory flavors. Concentrated and focused. Try from 2023.
Vinous Media: 94 Points
The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a bright, effusive wine loaded with character. Inky dark fruit, crème de cassis, lavender, spice and menthol all jump out of the glass. Rich and heady, with terrific delineation, the 2018 hits all the right notes. I would cellar it for a few years first. It's a gorgeous wine. -- Antonio Galloni
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