Napa Valley, California

750ml

Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Franc | Merlot | Petit Verdot

100 RP | 100 JS | 100 JD | 98 V | 97 WS | 95 D

“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”