Robert Mondavi Winery The Estates Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

The 2019 vintage was a winemaker's dream. Following rain in March and April, and a long, moderate summer, we saw smooth, even ripening through to harvest. Each block was hand harvested at its ideal point of ripeness from September 26th to October 22nd. The wine spent 32 days on the skins to maximise varietal character and keep the tannins supple. Each lot aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (90% new) before the final blend was determined.

The fruit for this wine came predominantly from our To Kalon Vineyard, which is located on prime benchland in the Oakville District appellation. The well-drained, lowfertility soils and optimal sun exposure here enable the development of rich, complex flavours, impeccable phenolic maturity, and varietal character.

94 Pts. "Ripe black fruits, smoked herbs, and even a touch of minerality define the bouquet. Drink it over the coming two decades."
- Jeb Dunnuck, March 2022