Ramey Annum Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA 2018 1.5L

Description

From the prestigious vineyards of California’s Napa Valley, Ramey’s 2018 Annum Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the depth, elegance and exceptional craftsmanship of acclaimed winemaker David Ramey. Crafted from 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, this distinguished Bordeaux-style blend combines carefully selected fruit from Oakville and Oak Knoll. Fermented with native yeasts and aged for 24 months in new French oak barrels, the wine reveals expressive aromas of blackcurrant, ripe blackberry, dark cherry and cassis, complemented by notes of mint chocolate, lavender, dried herbs, tobacco and subtle spice. The palate is rich and full-bodied yet beautifully refined, offering concentrated dark fruit, velvety tannins, vibrant acidity and delicate earthy complexity. A long, elegant finish highlights its remarkable balance, layered texture and impressive aging potential. Presented in a distinguished 1.5-liter magnum format, this exceptional Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is an outstanding choice for collectors and special occasions.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – 97 
Erin Brooks, June 2023

“The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Annum is pure and expressive this year.”

The review highlights beautiful aromas of cassis, mint chocolate, dried thyme and lavender, with emerging notes of mushroom and tobacco. The palate is plush and velvety, revealing an expansive core of floral fruit and bright, balancing acidity that creates a remarkably weightless impression. The reviewer recommends an additional three to five years or more of bottle aging.

Jeb Dunnuck – 96 
Audrey Frick, July 2023

“Full-bodied, with more lift and a bright, angular texture…”

The review describes a deeply colored Cabernet Sauvignon with expressive aromas of menthol, tobacco leaf, kirsch and spice box. The palate combines rich fruit, earthy grip and refreshing energy, supported by excellent balance and a structured finish. Recommended drinking window: 2026–2046.

Wine Enthusiast – 96 
Jim Gordon, April 2024

“A silky texture masks powerful black-fruit and dark-chocolate flavors in this full-bodied but elegant wine.”

The review highlights inviting aromas of blackcurrants and blackberries, followed by rich chocolate, toasted oak and savory flavors. Fine, powdery tannins complement the wine’s concentrated fruit and refined structure, delivering impressive elegance and depth. Awarded Editors’ Choice. Recommended drinking window: 2025–2035.

Wine Spectator – 93 
James Molesworth, November 2023

“A plush, fleshy style, with a bittersweet cocoa powder edge…”

The review describes concentrated blackberry and black cherry flavors complemented by black licorice, roasted alder and bay leaf. An earthy undertone adds complexity to the rich fruit, leading to a long, savory finish. Recommended drinking window: 2024–2036.