Newton - Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
California
Red
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Drink or Keep
93/100
James Suckling
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92/100
Wine Spectator
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92/100
Wine Enthusiast
"Revel in this unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon, an indispensable California red wine!"
"An exceptional value, this nuanced, balanced and elegant wine features soft, supple tannins and beautiful red and black cherries. The leather texture adds volume and breadth, with a touch of grip, culminating in a spice and tobacco finish." (Wine Enthusiast 2021)
Features
Estate
Newton
Cuvée
Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage
2018
Designation
Napa Valley
Region
California
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot
Terroirs
Rows of terraced vineyards, hills bordering San Pablo Bay
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual, night-time
Winemaking
Cold maceration for 5 days, rest on lees for 20 days, no filtration before bottling.
Breeding
Aged 18 months in French oak barrels (25% new)
Alcohol content
12,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep ruby-purple hue
Nose
Gourmet wild cherry aromas, accompanied by notes of tobacco, black fruit and subtle spicy touches
Mouth
Gentle attack, complex, refined structure with aromas of dark, ripe fruit, complemented by notes of creamy walnut. Subtle acidity prolongs the long finish.
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with rump steak in a shallot and thyme sauce, spicy chicken tagine, zucchini cake with Parmesan cheese...
Newton
Napa Valley
Expert opinion
Wine Spectator
Rated (guide 2021) 92/100 (Outstanding wine)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (guide 2021) 92/100
About the wine:
An exceptional value, this nuanced, balanced and elegant wine features soft, supple tannins and beautiful red and black cherries. The leather texture adds volume and breadth, with a touch of grip, leading to a finish of spice and tobacco.
James Suckling
Wine rated (guide 2021) 93/100
About the wine:
Aromas of fresh plums, bark, pine needles, milk chocolate and cloves. Medium- to full-bodied, with firm, elegant tannins. Smooth and creamy, with layers of ripe fruit and chocolate. Delicious.
Customer reviews
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