Grace Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

The Grace Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is a stunning vintage that captures the essence of the unique vineyard located in the hills of Napa Valley, California. Winemaker Helen Keplinger continues to make this wine with precision, ensuring every bottle manifests the distinctive qualities of this storied estate. The wine emerges from the upper blocks of the vineyard, providing an impressive structure and flavor profile.

This Grace Family wine exudes dark red fruit, with prominent aromas of black cherry, black currant, and blackberries. These flavors are beautifully accented by bittersweet cocoa, black licorice, and a hint of cigar box, offering a rich and layered bouquet. Subtle notes of resin, pink peppercorn, and rose lend freshness, while a hint of mint provides a cool, refreshing lift. The aromas are distinct, driven by the volcanic soil and carefully managed blocks of the vineyard.

On the palate, the Grace Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is broad and plush, with vibrant layers of dark red fruit and spice. Fine, soft tannins underpin the wine, creating a seamless and long finish that will keep wine enthusiasts coming back for more. The depth of the flavors, supported by minerality and a touch of oak, builds a complex yet harmonious profile. This wine is drinking beautifully now but will age gracefully for decades, evolving and softening at a glacial pace.

The Grace Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 has received impressive accolades. James Suckling awarded it a perfect 100 points, calling it a “fabulous wine” that captures the pedigree of the St. Helena site. It possesses balance, class, and layers of dark cherry, crushed rocks, lavender, and chocolate. Jeb Dunnuck rated it 97 points, highlighting the boysenberry and loganberry fruit, accented by toasty and tobacco notes, with a terrific finish. Antonio Galloni of Vinous gave it 98 points, praising its concentrated, masculine profile with darker currant fruit, graphite, and a tremendous finish. With such great recognition, this wine leads the way for Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons.

Grace Family Vineyards has established itself as a pioneer in the region, continuing its legacy of producing great wines. Their efforts to undergo vineyard redevelopment have ensured that each release captures the distinct character of the land. This Grace Family wine is no exception, offering a unique taste experience.

With only 152 cases made, this Grace Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 small-batch vintage is truly special. Famelounge-PS offers club membership discounts, best prices, and top-tier shipping and storage, making it the best place to purchase this wine.