2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
WINE NOTES
The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is composed primarily of grapes grown on Keenan’s Spring Mountain District Estate; the remainder of the fruit was harvested from Pope Valley, a grape growing region located in the eastern portion of Napa. Keenan’s Estate Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were harvested beginning on September 22nd, with the final lot being picked on October 9th. After harvest, the fruit clusters were de-stemmed, then fermented for ten to fourteen days. The wine was barrel aged in thirty-three percent new French and American oak for twenty months. The blend was assembled just before bottling. The Estate grown Cabernet imparts amazing concentration and remarkable structure, while the portion of Cabernet harvested from Pope Valley adds complex aromas and a balanced mid-palate.
REVIEWS
Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2021
93 Points
“Bold and juicy, Keenan’s 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is superexpressive today. Dark cherry, plum, grilled herbs, mocha, spice and licorice are all front and center. The 2018 is deep and fleshy yet retains a classic, mid-weight feel that works so well. Drink it over the next decade.”
WINE DATA
Alcohol: 14.3%
Total Acidity: 0.61 grams/100 ml
pH: 3.69
Residual Sugar: Dry
Bottling Date: August 13, 2020
Production: 4,858 cases
Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard Sources: 82% Estate, Spring Mtn. District Cabernet Sauvignon
18% Pope Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
