2021 Quintessa Red, Rutherford, Napa 375 ml Napa Valley followed by hints of vanilla

followed by hints of vanilla brought out by the barrel aging

velvety texture

smooth and juicy with bright raspberry

was planted with the first cabernet franc material imported to Argentina from France

drying tannins and an enduring finish bows out the wine

2021 Quintessa Red, Rutherford, Napa 375 ml Napa Valley followed by hints of vanillaWinemaker Notes The 2021 unfolds with Quintessas signature balance of complex fruit, precise structure, and vital freshness amplified by an especially beautiful growing season. Floral notes violet and lilaclift an intensely aromatic bouquet of cassis and black cherry accented with anise, bay laurel, and forest floor. On the palate, firm but fine grained tannins back dark berry and savory herb flavors interwoven with graphite andiron. Generous texture