CHATEAU MONTELENA (NAPA) CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE 2017 skus_5270440 white chocolate and caramel (creme

white chocolate and caramel (creme brulée) on the palate

There is an increased depth and generosity of fruit from the wild ferment and bâttonage

Tarry blackberry and cheesy oak aromas are appropriate for a wine of this size and magnitude

finishing with structural chalky tannins

Champagne SubstituteEnjoyed as a less expensive alternative to champagne

CHATEAU MONTELENA (NAPA) CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE 2017 skus_5270440 white chocolate and caramel (cremePure and powerful, this wine opens with fresh blueberries, blackberry pie and cassis. The endless dark fruit is complemented by a range of baking spices: vanilla at first, but also clove and cinnamon. The first sip instantly reveals the character of this Cabernet: dense and chewy with bright red fruit, incredible tension and pure, fine grain tannins. Not only is everything in its place; but the layers of flavor, the depth of the fruit and the sublime