Louis M. Martini Lot No.1 Cab Sauv 2013/2014/2018 3-Pack

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Louis M. Martini
Label Name:
 
Lot No.1 Cab Sauv 2013/2014/2018 3-Pack
Vintage:
 
MIXED
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
15.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
2018 Lot No. 1: ~96 pts (producer; strong Wine Advocate praise). 2014: ~93 pts Wine Spectator / ~91 pts Wine Advocate. 2013: ~92 pts (Wine Spectator). Multiple 90+ reviews across vintages

Tasting Note
Concentrated blackberries and cassis with notes of dark chocolate, espresso, cedar and baking spice; full-bodied, plush and opulent with firm, dusty tannins and a long oak-driven finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted leg of lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Chinese red-braised beef, Peking duck, spicy Sichuan-style beef.

Production Method
Hand-harvested, small-lot open-top fermentations with extended maceration; aged 18–21 months in predominantly new French oak barrels.

Vineyard Info
Founded in 1933, Louis M. Martini is a historic Napa Valley producer (now part of E. & J. Gallo) sourcing top blocks across Napa (Stagecoach, Howell Mountain, Mount Veeder, etc.). Lot No.1 is their reserve-style Cabernet bottling.