Summary

The Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 1999 is a classic expression of Napa Valley, crafted from low-yield vineyards beneath Mt. St. Helena. This wine is characterized by its deep black/purple hue and remarkable concentration, showcasing a powerful profile of black fruits like blackberry and currant, complemented by notes of dark chocolate and minerality. The wine exhibits a youthful vibrancy with significant acidity and ripe tannins, suggesting excellent aging potential. Aged in French oak, it balances richness with structure, offering a long, fruit-driven finish. This vintage exemplifies the estate's classic style, rooted in its historic terroir and meticulous winemaking.

Tasting Notes

WA95

The 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate (an 8,600-case cuvee made from yields of 1.98 tons of fruit per acre) is considered by Bo Barrett to be a "great" year. The wine boasts a saturated inky/purple color as well as extraordinary density of fruit and cassis, and huge tannin, body, and extract. It is a substantial, palate-staining, long, muscular Cabernet that should only be purchased by connoisseurs with cold cellars as well as patience. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030.

WS94

Beautifully crafted, dark, rich and polished, with a tight beam of blackberry and currant fruit that's sharply focused and tightly wound. Turns supple and finishes with a long, lingering, fruit-propelled finish. Excellent structure for aging.

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