2018 Accendo Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Laurea

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Score 94/100 · Drink 2024-2038, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2021

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Laurea is a new wine in this range. It is a very serious second wine, if that term can even be used here. Red cherry, plum, cedar, gravel tobacco and dried flowers are some of the many aromas and flavors that build in the glass. Next to the flagship Cabernet, Laurea has a slightly redder fruit profile and naturally a bit less intensity. Vineyard sources are Sleeping Lady, Upper Range and Diamond Mountain.

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93
93/100

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94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

92
92/100

Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate

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92 points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Score 92/100 · Drink 2021-2034, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate, Jan 2021

Laurea is a new "second" wine making its debut this year. In the spirit of the former Araujo Estate Altagracia label, Jaime Araujo (daughter of Bart and Daphne) said, "This is not just a kitchen-sink second wine. We choose wines that are still gorgeous, but just a little more up front, juicier and fruity to go into this blend." The 2018 Laurea is a blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. It absolutely shines with red currant jelly, Morello cherries and black raspberry scents plus hints of dried mint and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is taut yet plush with an approachable structure and tons of crunchy fruit, finishing with a compelling lift. 645 cases were made.

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Red

Taste

Dry

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