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Louis Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley, 2018

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Louis Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley
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Prepare to bid on a piece of California winemaking history: the 2018 Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. This is not just a wine; it's a testament to the enduring power and prestige of one of Sonoma Valley's most iconic and revered vineyards.

The Monte Rosso Vineyard, perched high in the Mayacamas Mountains, is legendary for its ancient, gnarled Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon vines thriving in unique volcanic, iron-rich red soils. This high-elevation, cool-climate site, combined with the vineyard's meticulous stewardship by Louis M. Martini for generations, yields wines of profound depth, complexity, and remarkable longevity.

The 2018 vintage in California is celebrated as an outstanding year, offering near-perfect growing conditions that allowed Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve optimal ripeness, balance, and structure. The Monte Rosso Cabernet from this vintage is a true reflection of these ideal conditions.

In the glass, anticipate a deep, opaque ruby. The nose is incredibly complex, offering layers of dark cassis, black cherry, dried herbs, forest floor, and distinctive notes of iron and graphite unique to the Monte Rosso terroir. On the palate, it delivers immense power and concentration, yet is beautifully balanced by elegant tannins and vibrant acidity. Flavors of blackberry compote, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and savory spice unfold, leading to an incredibly long, resonant finish.

This wine is built for the long haul. Its structure, intensity, and pedigree ensure it will evolve magnificently in the cellar for decades to come, rewarding patience with even greater complexity and nuance.

Critical Acclaim (Expected/Typical for this iconic bottling from a stellar vintage):
While specific scores for the 2018 Monte Rosso might still be emerging or vary, wines from this vineyard and producer consistently achieve 95+ point ratings from top critics like Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Vinous, and James Suckling, often lauded for their profound character and cellar-worthiness. Expect this 2018 to follow suit, cementing its status as a collector's dream.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a benchmark California Cabernet Sauvignon from a truly historic vineyard and an exceptional vintage. Whether for immediate enjoyment or a prized addition to your cellar, the 2018 Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of Sonoma Valley winemaking.

Stored in humidity/temperature controlled wine storage past two years.
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Item ID:

288254

Name:

Louis Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley

Producer:

Louis Martini

Quantity / Size:

1 bottles, 75cl each

Bottle Format:

Bottle

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Duty Paid

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None

Wine Colour:

Red

Wine Type:

Still

Country / Region:

United States, California, Sonoma Valley

Fill Level:

Into Neck (IN)

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Prepare to bid on a piece of California winemaking history: the 2018 Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. This is not just a wine; it's a testament to the enduring power and prestige of one of Sonoma Valley's most iconic and revered vineyards.

The Monte Rosso Vineyard, perched high in the Mayacamas Mountains, is legendary for its ancient, gnarled Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon vines thriving in unique volcanic, iron-rich red soils. This high-elevation, cool-climate site, combined with the vineyard's meticulous stewardship by Louis M. Martini for generations, yields wines of profound depth, complexity, and remarkable longevity.

The 2018 vintage in California is celebrated as an outstanding year, offering near-perfect growing conditions that allowed Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve optimal ripeness, balance, and structure. The Monte Rosso Cabernet from this vintage is a true reflection of these ideal conditions.

In the glass, anticipate a deep, opaque ruby. The nose is incredibly complex, offering layers of dark cassis, black cherry, dried herbs, forest floor, and distinctive notes of iron and graphite unique to the Monte Rosso terroir. On the palate, it delivers immense power and concentration, yet is beautifully balanced by elegant tannins and vibrant acidity. Flavors of blackberry compote, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and savory spice unfold, leading to an incredibly long, resonant finish.

This wine is built for the long haul. Its structure, intensity, and pedigree ensure it will evolve magnificently in the cellar for decades to come, rewarding patience with even greater complexity and nuance.

Critical Acclaim (Expected/Typical for this iconic bottling from a stellar vintage):
While specific scores for the 2018 Monte Rosso might still be emerging or vary, wines from this vineyard and producer consistently achieve 95+ point ratings from top critics like Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Vinous, and James Suckling, often lauded for their profound character and cellar-worthiness. Expect this 2018 to follow suit, cementing its status as a collector's dream.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a benchmark California Cabernet Sauvignon from a truly historic vineyard and an exceptional vintage. Whether for immediate enjoyment or a prized addition to your cellar, the 2018 Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of Sonoma Valley winemaking.

Stored in humidity/temperature controlled wine storage past two years.
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Item Details

Item ID:

288254

Name:

Louis Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley

Producer:

Louis Martini

Quantity / Size:

1 bottles, 75cl each

Bottle Format:

Bottle

Duty Status:

Duty Paid

Wine Packaging

None

Wine Colour:

Red

Wine Type:

Still

Country / Region:

United States, California, Sonoma Valley

Fill Level:

Into Neck (IN)

Ended:

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Shipping

Will be sent by regular service by Evri.
Worldwide
Seller accepts returns within 14 days of receipt. Return shipping at the buyer's cost. Refund subject to condition.

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