Bell Wine Cellars Wine Tasting Cab is King
Tour through the sub regions of Napa Valley with this tastingflight of all Cabernets from three different area within the famed growing region.
Wine Flight
Cabernet Sauvignon - Rutherford 2018
Our 2018 Rutherford Cabernet shows a delicate, earthy, bouquet of lavender, dried leaves and rum raisin. It displays a nice balance of the savory side of Cabernet from western Rutherford and the structured, dark-fruited eastern bench in the same AVA. Seamless tannins, red fruits, sage, graphite, and hint of toasty French oak lead to a long and focused finish; the earth and oak notes develop delightfully for over a minute. A rare treat, this Cabernet does not need a food pairing because of its delicacy and completeness, but it would do well with roasted duck, lamb chops, or with a savory charcuterie plate.
Cabernet Sauvignon - Howell Mountain 2018
Our 2018 Howell Mountain Cabernet shows dark garnet in color, and a multi-faceted, layered bouquet. We were surprised at how many layers of aromatics we saw in such a young wine: blackberry cobbler, new leather and sweet pipe tobacco, chaparral and sage underbrush. Truly a wine for those who love the savory side of the flavor spectrum! On the palate, again a wonderful mixture of the fruity and savory, we found dark plum, dry persimmon, a dash of cinnamon, and an almost ancient expression of the oak – as in an old attic filled with antique, worn-in wooden furniture. Structurally, the wine has an incredibly creamy texture that tempers the bright acidity, and while this Cabernet does not need a food pairing because of its complexity and balance, it would certainly pair well with almost any meats, stews, casseroles, or even a plate of fine hors d'oeuvres.
Clone 169 Cabernet Sauvignon - Mt Veeder 2018
Our clone 169 Cabernet sauvignon is a worthy addition to the family of Cabernet clones that Bell specializes in expressing. The dark, inky color in the glass draws you in to notes of rich wild berry, chaparral, and a subtle toast. The palate is the most primal of our clone wines, demonstrating a youthful, saturated wine with dark purple fruits , and with a hint of supportive oak. A long flavorful finish, balanced texture, and fine grained tannins frame the flavors and denote a wine that is going to be very long-lived, and certainly one of our favorites from this special vintage.
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About the Winery
Located in Yountville, CA At Bell Wine Cellars, above and beyond is second nature. They know that added effort in the vineyard and cellar leads to greater enjoyment of our wines. They have long cherished the dedication to craftsmanship and respect for terroir that created and sustained the Napa Valley. Since our founding, they have spearheaded vital efforts to map and showcase the viticultural wealth of this great valley, collaborating closely with the stewards of the land who know it best. Their passion is infectious and powers everything they do, from the close-knit bonds they've forged with growers to the way they present the wines from our Yountville estate.
