Newton Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
(Napa Valley, California) - [RP 94+] [JS 94]
Regular price $220.00 Sale price $184.97 Save $35.03
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Notes From The Winemaker:
The 2014 Spring Mountain District was a selection of Cabernet from blocks, 727, 728, 752, 757, 758, 780 with an average vine age of 24 years. Once harvested, the grapes were hand-sorted to inspect individual berries. The must was then fermented in separate lots and barrel aged for 12 months before being blended and returned to barrel for further maturation. 617 cases produced.
Tasting Notes:
Wild and complex with aromatic dried herbs, wet slate, mulberry, violets, boysenberry and asphalt. The palate is an exercise in restrained power and complexity. Vibrant inky fruits of black currants, mocha and tobacco provide the flesh. The hallmark is the richly textured, umami like incredibly long and intense carry balanced by fine gravelly tannins.
Ratings & Reviews
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"From a new collection of single district/vineyard wines, Newton's 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District reveals a medium to deep garnet-purple color and nose of red roses, cigar box, fragrant earth, cloves and chocolate box over a core of freshly crushed black currants and black plums plus a touch of espresso. Medium-bodied and packed with intense black fruit, cedar and spice box flavors, it has a solid foundation of firm, finely grained tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and perfumed." - Robert Parker (Oct 2017)
94 Points - James Suckling:
"Vibrant aromas of blackcurrants with coffee and dark chocolate follow through to a full body with chewy and rich tannins. Lots of fruit and tannins. Give it time to soften. Better in 2018." (Jan 2017)