2018 Aperture Cabernet Sauvignon SJ Ranch Vineyard

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Score 97/100 · Jeb Dunnuck, Jul 2021

One of my favorites in the lineup, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon SJ Ranch checks in as 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that spent 22 months in 85% new barrels. It is just pure, classic Cabernet Sauvignon all the way, giving up a dense purple color, full-bodied aromas and flavors of cassis, tobacco, violets, chocolate, and lead pencil, flawless balance, building tannins, and a sensational finish. As with the Del Rio, it's the overall balance and purity that set it apart. Bravo!

Critic scores

Critic scores
95
95/100

Average Score

97
97/100

Jeb Dunnuck

94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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95 points
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Score 95/100 · Drink 2021-2036, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, Jun 2021

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon SJ Ranch Vineyard from Alexander Valley has a medium ruby-purple color and layered aromas of red and black currants and wafts of aniseed, mint chocolate, cedar and violets. The palate is medium-bodied with ideal ripeness and good lift, finishing with classy new oak spices. Only 700 cases were made.

94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 94/100 · Drink 2023-2033, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2021

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon SJ Ranch offers up a compelling mélange of dark red cherry, plum, mocha, leather and tobacco. This dark, vibrant Alexander Valley Cabernet has a quite a bit to offer, starting with its complex, multidimensional personality and vibrant feel.

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Aperture Cellars
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Red

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Dry

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