2022 Realm Hartwell XX
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From a one-acre parcel planted in 1986 to 1987, the harmonious 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Hartwell XX delivers outstanding aromas of black cherries, fine leather and dried spices, including cinnamon, allspice and cardamom. This full-bodied wine has that special Stags Leap District suede-like texture, great concentration and a lingering, elegant finish tinged with dark chocolate.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Coming from the top of the estate property on Wappo Hill (540 feet in elevation), the 2022 Hartwell XX has a brilliant nose of darker currants, violets, orange blossom, and tobacco, with some classic Pauillac-like tobacco and cedar nuances. It's rich, full-bodied, has a deep, layered mouthfeel, and ripe tannins. This beauty isn't going to make you forget the magical 2021, but we're clearly not far off, and this is already upfront and accessible. It will deliver the goods over the coming 15+ years.
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Hartwell XX is packed with explosive dark fruit, chocolate, licorice and new leather. Inky and deep, the Hartwell is terrific. Ripe black cherry, plum, incense, licorice and chocolate are all dialed up. The 2022 is extroverted and quite potent.
About the producer
Realm Cellars has become one of Napa Valley’s most compelling modern estates, known for site-driven Cabernet Sauvignon. Drawing from some of the valley’s most sought-after vineyards, Realm’s wines consistently earn top critical acclaim while remaining firmly rooted in place.