"Nuanced yet vivid, the 2019 vintage brims with the hallmark characters from the IX Estate vineyard. Powerful mineral notes of crushed rock and iron intermingle with compelling scents of licorice, black cherry, and huckleberry. Generous notes of sage and juniper meld with subtle hints of graphite and potpourri. A gliding texture of suave tannins seamlessly coats the palate leading to a sleek finish. The pure, gorgeous fruit ties everything together, making for an exquisite wine that sings now but will only reveal more layers in the future." Notes from the Winemaker
Colgin, "IX Estate" Napa Valley Red Wine 2019
Vintage
2019
Varietal
Bordeaux Red Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot)
Appellation
St. Helena, Napa Valley, California
Wine Profile
"The 2019 IX Estate is opaque purple-black in color, needing a little coaxing to unlock notions of blackberry preserves, baked plums and crème de cassis, plus hints of pencil lead, star anise, wild sage and Indian spices, leading to a fragrant waft of lavender. Built like a brick house, the opulent, full-bodied palate is perfectly framed by super firm, exquisitely ripe tannins and a fantastic acid line to give lift throughout the long earthy finish. So finely knit together, this multi-layered, seamless beauty is just breathtaking." Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
Ratings
100 Points!! - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
100 Points!! - James Suckling
100 Points!! - Jeb Dunnuck
