
Red wine
Quintessa 2018
Slick and well made, with coffee mocha and butterscotch edging right up front. As it opens in the glass, more complex notes of bitter chocolate, damson and cocoa bean come through, smoky yet generous, the definition of powerful and playful. Farmed organically since 1989 and biodynamically (although uncertified) since 1996. I recently tasted a vertical of the property going back to 2010, and am always impressed by its consistency, and its ability to deliver pleasure while still walking the line of freshness. Third year on the Place for Agustin and Valeria Huneeus; their impact on this property has been impressive and keeps getting better (the winemaker is Rebekah Wineburg).
Score
Wine Details
Colour
Red
Wine Style
Still
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Franc (10%)
Alcohol
14.5%
Bottle size
750ml
Drink dates
2022 - 2038
Origin
Country
USA
Region
California
Tasting Information
Blind
No
Tasted by
Jane Anson