2021 Colgin, IX Estate, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Red
- Dry
- Medium Bodied
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Jeb Dunnuck
- 98+/100
- James Suckling
- 99/100
- Joe Czerwinski
- 99/100
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Description
The 2021 IX Estate has a beautiful, complex nose with aromas of dark, focused blackcurrant restrained by a savoury edge and a hint of clove. This vineyard’s distinctive sage top note provides imbues the senses with what is to come. The finesse, focus and precision on the palate is mind blowing. There is a fabulous tension and character to this with lovely refreshment. The tannins have a delicate grip and are so wonderfully managed, slightly coated and running over the palate seamlessly. A balsamic element draws in the, hugely long yet precise, mineral finish.
Catriona Felstead MW, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd
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After no Colgin IX Estate in 2020, the 2021 is back with a bang. Shaped by a dry winter, cool nights, and volcanic soils this 2021 perfectly marries power and refinement. Known for its “Goldilocks” terroir, Pritchard Hill offers a balance of freshness and power, aided by cooling winds and east-facing slopes that preserve tension and minerality. This rich, concentrated wine delivers intense aromas of fresh plums and menthol, with a dense, layered palate that’s both precise and powerful. Texturally captivating and seamlessly harmonious, it showcases remarkable verticality and depth. An unforgettable wine with a profound sense of place and elegance, built for long-term enjoyment.
Alex Weller, Senior Account Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd
Critics reviews
I’d wager a Napa Valley legend in the making, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon IX Estate comes from the estate vineyard on Pritchard Hill, and if there was ever a classification of terroirs in the valley, this would check in near the top of the list. Deep purple-hued, with awesome aromatics of pure cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and subtle floral hints, this has that rare mix of power and elegance that defines so many great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, it has no shortage of structure and is going to need 7-8 years, if not a decade, to hit full maturity, where it will hold for 2-3 decades.
Drink 2023 - 2031
Red currant, lead pencil and terra cotta aromas with some bay leaf and sage. Full-bodied with tight, firm tannins that are polished and very fine. Turns to graphite. Extremely long, refined, polished and exquisite.
Drink 2028+
Colgin's 2021 IX Estate is a rich, opulent example, with layers of ripe black cherries and dark chocolate punctuated by hints of sage and bay leaf, plus some vaguely floral notes violets?). Full-bodied, concentrated, velvety and long, it's another terrific wine that showcases the potential of Pritchard Hill, the investment by the owners and the talent of the winemaking team.
Drink 2025 - 2045
About this wine
Napa Valley
Napa Valley is synonymous with exceptional wine. From rich, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon to elegant, nuanced Chardonnay, the region’s Mediterranean climate, diverse soils, and masterful winemakers combine to create wines of unmistakable character. With vineyards that have achieved cult status and a reputation for meticulous craftsmanship, Napa Valley stands as California’s most celebrated viticultural area.
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