98 Points - new release A legendary Napa Cabernet- new release. Limited. The superb 2018 vintage gave the Beaulieu Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon its unctuous fruit character and dense structure. Hugely complex, the wine reveals a broad spectrum of briary blackberry, black cherry and currant notes, with nuances of violet and bittersweet chocolate. Muscular tannins support the plush, expansive palate, while impeccably balanced acidity adds vibrancy. 98 Points James Suckling: "Blackberry, blackcurrant and mint with some sage and crushed-stone undertones. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are in-check and nicely polished. Smoke, toasted oak and bark at the end, complementing the fresh yet ripe fruit." 98 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The Beaulieu 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Georges de Latour Private Reserve is fabulous. Inky, rich and explosive, the 2018 is a fine addition to the lineage of one of Napa Valley's most historic wines. Inky red fruit, chocolate, leather and licorice all open in the glass. Aeration brings out floral top notes, raspberry and a hint of blood orange. There is plenty of depth, but the tannins are finer than they were a few years ago. Shorter time on the skins and a reduction in barrel fermentations really allow the pedigree of these Rutherford sites to come through. The 2018 is sensational." 97 Points Wine Enthusiast "Cellar Selection": "The famous Beaulieu Georges de la Tour Cabernet lives up to its historic promise in this wonderfully complex and structured vintage, the wine showing an abundance of tension and youthful grip. Earthy in dried herb, cedar and sage, it shares notes of black currant, cassis and forest within a textured and brightly layered foundation of elegant ageablity."
Eric
Just a baby. 14.5% ABV. Would be great to taste this over a period of a decade or two. I’m not saying it’s not a 100 point wine, it’s just not that for me. It gets the job done - cruising on the vineyard reputation imo.
Just a baby. 14.5% ABV. Would be great to taste this over a period of a decade or two. I’m not saying it’s not a 100 point wine, it’s just not that for me. It gets the job done - cruising on the vineyard reputation imo.
9.2Brian Grech
At Dalida
At Dalida
9.3Bob Boyle
Nice nose, softish tannins that opens up nicely in a couple hours. Could benefit from more time in the bottle
Nice nose, softish tannins that opens up nicely in a couple hours. Could benefit from more time in the bottle
9.1Mark
Excellent full bodied. Lots of layers.
Excellent full bodied. Lots of layers.
9.4yan ho
ct 7.2022 with yan parents, lam
ct 7.2022 with yan parents, lam
9.4WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.