Julien Fayard 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Martinez Vineyard Magnum

The Martinez Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a dynamic example of high-elevation Pritchard Hill mountain terroir. Full and sleek in the mouth, it shines with wonderfully sweet berries and red fruit balanced by firm structure and agile acidity. Focused mountain fruit brings brushed silk tannins infused with minerality, warm cedar and allspice for a delicious journey of satisfying textures and aromas. Bold, bright, confident and charismatic, with an extra long and refreshing finish.

97 Points

"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Martinez Vineyard is broad and ample on the palate, with all of the natural mineral-infused breadth that is typical of this site in the Vaca Mountains. Crushed rocks, cedar, dried flowers, espresso and dark spices add layers of nuance to a core of inky dark fruit. This virile mountain Cabernet has a ton to offer. Give it a few years in bottle to soften first." - Antonio Galloni.