Abreu Vineyards Cappella 2018 (750ML)

97 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "The 2018 Cappella is a sensual, rapturous wine. Effusive in its Cabernet Sauvignon aromatic and generous in feel, the 2018 Cappella is all class. Forward, supple fruit and silky tannins make it an absolute pleasure to taste today. Dark cherry, plum, spice and new leather are front and center in this sumptuous, racy Cabernet from David Abreu and Brad Grimes." 10/21

99 Points, Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The nearly perfect—perhaps it will get there in some subsequent tasting—2018 Cappella Proprietary Red seems more balanced and finely structured than the 2016 or 2017 versions, with hints of cedar and vanilla only serving to accent notes of ripe cherries and dusty earth. It's still full-bodied, rich and velvety, yet it shows incredible focus and length on the finish. Wow." 09/22

99 Points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator: "Packed, but this also ripples with tension and energy, as bitter plum, black currant, fig and blackberry fruit flavors collide with sweet bay leaf, savory, tobacco, loam and licorice root notes. When the dust settles, this is an expansive display of power and refinement, with everything in proportion. And then a long, smoldering cast iron note echoes, adding more cut and drive. Wow. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2025 through 2045. 218 cases made." 11/22