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2021 Hillwalker "Estate" Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon

2021 Hillwalker "Estate" Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon

98TWI
96JS
$219.95

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98

The Wine Independent

The 2021 Hillwalker Vineyards is blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. Deep garnet-purple-colored, bright, vibrant red currants and black raspberry scents jump from the glass, followed by hints of violets, garrigue, and Indian spices. The full-bodied palate is electric energy and vivacious red and black fruit layers, supported by firm, grainy tannins and a lively line, finishing long and layered. This wine was left on skins for 25 days and aged in about 20% new French Oak and 80% concrete. The natural beauty of the wine is striking. One of the most exciting new wines to come out of Napa Valley in recent years. 98+

Professional Reviews

96

James Suckling

Aromas of blue, black and red fruit, bay laurel, mountain scrub, dried rose petals, licorice and wet volcanic rock. The palate is full-bodied, textured and dense, with fine, firm tannins, bright acidity and a mouthwatering, mineral feel. Made with 15% merlot that softens the mountain cabernet. Decant before drinking for maximum reward. 150 cases made from a biodynamically farmed vineyard. 80% aged in concrete. Drinkable now, but best from 2030.

Notes

Hillwalker is a small, organic, biodynamic, dry-farmed estate that sits at 1000ft elevation on Mt Veeder. The farming and winemaking is executed with meticulous precision by Thomas Comme who previously ran Pym Rae Estate (also on Mt Veeder) owned by the Tesseron family of Château Pontet-Canet in Bordeaux, where Comme's father was the longtime winemaker. Thomas brings his own unique, holistic style or farming to Hillwalker, along with an absolute dedication to dry-farming. Production happens in the estate's small, hillside cave winery and is just 150 cases in 2021. Renowned wine critic Lisa Perotti-Brown MW called Hillwalker "one of the most exciting new wines to come out of Napa Valley in recent years" awarding 98+ points.

Details

OriginNapa Valley, California, United States
Type/VarietalCabernet Sauvignon and Blends
Alcohol Content13.6%
SKU1863335