Ratings
JD 97+ · JS 95 · WE 95 · WS 94
Identity
| Producer | Robert Mondavi Winery |
| Year | 2018 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep red |
| Aroma | Blackberry, summer plum, violet, tobacco, licorice, molasses |
| Palate | Deep, vivacious, juicy body with beautiful flow; flavors of dark fruits and herbal notes |
| Finish | Long, silky finish with no hard edges |
| Food Pairing | Beef, Venison, Root Vegetables, Mushrooms, Tomato-based Dishes |
| Serving Temp | 16 |
| Aging Potential | 20-30 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Total Acidity | 5.9 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 0.20 |
| pH | 3.7 |
| Aging Process | 21 months in French oak barrels, 100% first use |
| Fermentation | Each block or sub-block was kept separate through fermentation and aging |
Terroir
| Soil | Well-drained soils on prime benchland in west Oakville |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Fruit was hand-harvested from the finest blocks and sub-blocks of To Kalon Vineyard |
Interesting facts
| The Reserve is sourced from the iconic To Kalon Vineyard, known for its rich, complex flavors and flawless fruit maturity. The 2018 vintage had ideal weather conditions for slow, even ripening. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |