Quintessa Vintage (2023 Release) 2015

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Quintessa
Label Name:
 
Vintage (2023 Release)
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 97 pts; Decanter 97 pts (noting 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8. 5% Merlot, 8. 5% Cabernet Franc); Wine Advocate 94–96 (barrel sample); Wine & Spirits ~91

Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry and cassis with blueberry, graphite, bay leaf and dark chocolate. Silky, fine-grained tannins, lively acidity and a long mineral finish; poised for long-term aging.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, aged cheddar, beef short ribs; Asian: Korean BBQ (galbi), Peking duck, miso‑glazed eggplant, char siu pork.

Production Method
Biodynamically farmed estate fruit; block-by-block fermentations with ~19-day maceration; aged 21 months in 100% French oak (≈75% new).

Vineyard Info
Founded by the Huneeus family on a Rutherford estate; biodynamic practices and estate blending highlight complex terroir. 2015 was Rebekah Wineburg's first full vintage as winemaker.