Heitz 2018 Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

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Heitz 2018 Lot C-91 is Napa at its boldest and most expressive. It combines deep dark fruit, savory herbs, and firm tannins with structure built for the long haul. Powerful, complex, and richly textured — this is a wine that rewards patience. Origins & Craftsmanship Sourced exclusively from Heitz Cellar’s single-vineyard sites spanning Rutherford, Oakville, Howell Mountain, and St. Helena in Napa Valley.  100% Cabernet Sauvignon, farmed organically and with sustainable vineyard practices.  Aged in a blend of new and used French oak barriques and larger neutral oak / large oak casks; significant patience in cellar. Alcohol 14.0% ABV. Tasting Profile Sense Notes & Details Appearance Deep, dark ruby / garnet rim — visually rich. (Though exact color descriptions vary in sources, the wine’s texture suggests a dense core with some youth)  Nose / Aroma Bold menthol / mentholated lift; dark berries (blackberry, boysenberry) and compote; hints of eucalyptus or herbal coolness; darker spices, cedarwood, dried purple flowers.  Palate / Taste Rich black cherries and black olives; some red fruits like morello cherry / redcurrant; savory herbs (sage, rosemary), black pepper & cured meat tones; charcoal and some earth; balanced acidity; firm, structured tannins.  Finish Long, complex; lingering herbal/savory edge with dark fruit persistency; tannins and acidity continue after the fruit fades.  Critics & Scores Publication Score Key Highlights Decanter 95 pts Describes it as a “hedonistic pleasure” marked by pure dark fruit, earthen spices, dried purple florals, cedarwood, tobacco, dark chocolate; bold yet balanced; considered “uber Napa cuvée” for this vintage.  Wine Spectator 93 pts Notes bold menthol up front, then boysenberry & blackberry compote, black licorice, with velvet texture; long finish with earth tug; very distinctive.  Wine Enthusiast 93 pts “Robust, well-structured . . . hugs tasty black cherries, black olives and charcoal flavors in firm tannins.” Meaty, herbal, concentrated. Improvement expected with time.  Robert Parker Wine Advocate 92 pts Gentler herbaceousness to cherry fruit, more redcurrant than true cherry at times; medium-bodied but more generous than Heitz’s standard Napa bottling; good fruit-driven finish.  Quick Overview Spec Details Vintage 2018 Varietal 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region / Appellation Napa Valley (Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena, Howell Mountain) ABV 14.0% Oak / Aging New & used French oak + larger neutral/full oak casks; lengthy aging before release.  Typical Drink Window Best drinking from ~2024-2026 onwards; will continue evolving through ~2040-2045 for those who cellar.  Food Pairings Grilled or roasted red meats (prime rib, lamb rack), game (venison, duck), rich stew, aged cheeses (e.g., sharp cheddar, old Gouda), dark chocolate dessert.

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