Domaine Eden Cabernet Sauvignon (2018)

Domaine Eden Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Brand: Domaine Eden
Producer: Mount Eden Vineyards
Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2018
Region: Santa Cruz Mountains, California
ABV: 14%
Blend: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec

Ratings: 94 Points – Wine Advocate • 94 Points – Vinous • 94 Points – Wine Enthusiast • 93 Points – Wine & Spirits • 91 Points – Wine Spectator.

Description:
An elegant, highly rated Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet with a cooler-climate character than many Napa or Paso Robles Cabernets. The 2018 shows cassis, blackberry, dark cherry and black fruit, layered with dried herbs, chocolate, lavender, earthy undertones and subtle tobacco. Fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins give it excellent structure, while several years of bottle age are allowing the wine to develop greater savory complexity.

Pairing Recommendation:
Excellent with rack of lamb, Prime NY Strip, filet mignon, roast beef, venison or aged cheeses. For Midtown Provisions, I’d feature this with a Rack of Lamb—Wine & Spirits specifically recommends lamb, and the wine’s herbal, earthy character is a particularly nice match.

Serve: Around 60–65°F. This 2018 can handle some air; I’d give it 45–60 minutes in a decanter before serving.