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Cardinale 2018
California, United States2018 Cardinale is a 90/10 cabernet sauvignon/merlot aged 22 months in 81 percent new French oak. It comes at you in waves from the glass as it gulps in oxygen. Winemaker Chris Carpenter appears to be letting Cardianle find its way, and the result is a less boisterous, more stylish Napa cabernet that tells an impressive tale. The wine is magnificently balanced, rich in black and blue fruits, bright acidity and Napa Valley power with a strong, savoury, mineral undercurrent. Long, complex, and nowhere near ready to drink, it is a delight to taste. You will eventually get to enjoy the full picture by 2024-26, but it will age effortlessly into the 2040s and beyond.Tasted: 31 October 2021Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $390.00 | 750ml | BCLS |
| AB | $430.00 | 750ml | select private retailers |
| ON | $485.00 | 750ml | The Beer Guy |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - MerlotCSPC: 163513UPC: 626990248194
