PURLIEU
2018 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
NAPA VALLEY
“I loved it.” —Antonio Galloni
If you’re a wine enthusiast, then you’ve likely heard of Purlieu Winery and its acclaimed winemaker, Julien Fayard. Their 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-try for anyone who appreciates the art of winemaking and loves Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
Purlieu’s 2018 release showcases a depth of flavor, structure and balance from one of Napa Valley’s highest-rated vintages in more than twenty years, a vintage wine critic, Jeb Dunnuck describes as, “…a mild, cool, even growing season produced classic, elegant wines that shine for their purity and freshness while still bringing solid depth of fruit and concentration.”
Originally from France, Julien learned his craft at Chateau Lafite Rothschild, before moving to Napa Valley and gaining even more valuable experience as Director of Winemaking for Philippe Melka at elite Napa Valley producers like Lail, Gemstone, Hundred Acre, and Mastery, to name a few.
The Purlieu 2018 Napa Cabernet opens with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and cassis, followed by hints of vanilla, toasted oak, graphite, and a notes of baking spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with velvety tannins and a long, lingering finish. The flavors are a beautiful blend of dark fruit, chocolate, and espresso, with just a touch of spice.
What sets the 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon apart is Julien’s meticulous attention to detail. He hand-selects the best fruit from the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, ensuring that each grape is perfectly ripened.
If you enjoy classic, meticulously-balanced Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, do not miss this one.
PURLIEU
2018 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
NAPA VALLEY
$99.99
94 Points | Vinous Media
“The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is fabulous. Silky tannins and plush fruit wrap around the palate in a super-expressive Cabernet Sauvignon that has so much to give. Bright acids perk up the blackberry jam, mocha, licorice, spice and gravel flavors. The 2018 is fresh, vibrant and loaded with personality. I loved it.”
—Antonio Galloni
93 Points | Jeb Dunnuck
93 Points | Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
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People who enjoy Purlieu’s Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, may also enjoy these two mighty fine Cabernets…
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98 Points | Vinous Media
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97 Points | Wine Enthusiast
96 Points | James Suckling
SHAFER VINEYARDS
2019 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
ONE POINT FIVE
STAGS LEAP | NAPA VALLEY
$110
96 Points |Jeb Dunnuck
“The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon One Point Five is a gem of a wine that readers will love to have in their cellars. Sweet cassis, violets, and graphite define the bulk of the aromas, and it’s a classic Napa Valley Cabernet on the palate with its full-bodied richness, velvety tannins, and opulent yet balanced style. A blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and the rest Malbec and Petit Verdot, raised 20 months in new barrels, it’s going to keep for a solid two decades.”
WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.
