Lot 57 | 2018 St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml (94-Points)

Lot 57
2018 St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon (94-Points)

Dense purple in the glass, it exudes framboise, chocolate, brown sugar and boysenberry jam haloed with cedar and graphite underscored with fruit cake and Christmas spice. Incredibly lush, succulent and creamy on the palate with loads of black fruit preserves, dark chocolate-covered cherries and plush tannins that caress the palate in a long, sensuous finish.


16.0% alc

Overall rating: 4.888889 / 5 from 9 reviews.

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St Helena +++

"Brown Sugar and that! So good with a reverse seared NY Strip and green beans almondine and smoked Mac n Cheese on Superbowl night. Wish I had more. . ."

Steve S. (5/5)

Great big cab

"I had already opened a few bottles several years ago and was really impressed with its potential, but it hadn't really delivered on that potential until now. This is a really big wine! Served it with a cheesy, tomatoey dish and it really shined. Next bottle is going to be paired with some red meat. Wish I had bought more of this great wine."

James G. (5/5)

Time Served. Released on good behavior.

"As of 5 September 2024, Lot 57 is at its prime. Wonderfully integrated as every component is meshed like a work of art. Dark garnet. Deep stained closure. Luscious fruit, crushed violets, leather, fine tannin and enough acidity to balance. This would easily run to $100/bottle. A great find to have in my cellar."

Joseph M. (5/5)

a BIG, BIG Winner!

"When you want to bring out the BIG guns, this it is!! Delightfully Monstrous!! Enjoy for the next decade, Glad I got 4 Full cases of this triple Yummy 🍷 one!!!"

Scott B. (5/5)

St Helena

"This cab is one of my favorites, as it is very robust, in full bodied! I would order it again!"

Char M. (5/5)

Best Value on the Site

"This wine will knock your socks off. Long smooth finish that pairs so perfectly with red meat. Hell, it pairs with anything if you love a bold cab."

Jonathan B. (5/5)

Great value

"Really smooth after a 2 hour decant. Light finish but good overall balance. Excellent with salmon."

Martin H. (5/5)

Just Right for a Holiday Party

"The wine complimented a variety of food pairings, it did not overwhelm and was appreciated by those who enjoyed."

Louis M. (4/5)

Wish I had bought more than x6!

"5 stars for the QPR. Lovely, full-bodied Cab that is drinking very nicely now."

JRLLV (5/5)

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