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2022 Quintessa Cabernet Sauvignon "Red Wine"

Winery: Quintessa

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Red Wine"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carménère, 1% Merlot & 1% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Rutherford

State or country: CA

Price: $260

Cases produced: 9,000

KWG Score: 94 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (96)

Review date: July 26, 2026

Wine Review: This opaque and deep purple colored Cabernet Sauvignon based blend from Quintessa opens with a pencil shavings, black cherry, and cassis bouquet with hints of mild blueberry, tobacco, and violets. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, super smooth, sophisticated, and harmonious. The flavor profile is layered. It features black plum, stone dust, and dark chocolate, with notes of black cherry, black licorice, and oak. We also detected hints of blueberry and tobacco. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and well-managed polished tannins are very nicely sustained. This gorgeous wine would certainly be a very good sipper. With food, we would pair this Cab with a grilled hanger steak or with Stuart’s beef wellington. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The 2022 Quintessa is a charming wine, opening with intense aromas of black cherry and cassis that are complemented by notes of tobacco, bay laurel, cedar, and dark chocolate. Plush and inviting on entry, this wine’s flavors align with its aromas. The palate reveals dark fruits and an undertone of crushed rocks, tar, and graphite. On the finish, this vintage displays the signature fine-grained tannin of our Quintessa terroir, backed by voluminous texture and fruit.

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