Heitz Cellar Linda Falls Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Description

The classic characteristics of our prized Howell Mountain vineyard, Linda Falls, are elevated and highlighted in a way we only see in exceptional vintages. The savory complexities of pine, juniper, and sage complement notes of ripe blueberry, tart plum, and raspberry. The structure of this wine speaks to its Howell Mountain origin but with the softness and elegance for which Heitz Cellar is renowned.

Wine Spectator

• ws94

This brims with steeped dark currant and mulled blackberry fruit inlaid with racy streaks of tar, singed mesquite and sweet tobacco. A sanguine echo adds a mouthwatering edge through the grippy finish. Rock solid. Best from 2026 through 2038. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 1,593 cases made.

Jonny McCormick, June 24, 2024

Vinous

• v94

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Linda Falls Vineyard has really come together during the last phase of elevage. Black cherry, espresso, chocolate and licorice are all potently expressed. Howell Mountain Cabernet has more than enough density to stand up the new oak that runs through all the 2018s at Heitz. If anything, this Howell Mountain fruit handles the new oak best of all the Cabernets in the range. The Linda Falls is a big wine with huge mountain tannins but also a good deal of finesse.

Antonio Galloni, December 2023