Ulysses Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 DBMG

Ulysses Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 in Double Magnum (3 L) is a commanding yet beautifully poised Napa Valley red, crafted for collectors and serious Cabernet lovers alike. Sourced from the famed Oakville AVA, this wine marries power and precision, offering classic Cabernet character with an extra lift of freshness in this vintage. In the larger-format bottle, the wine evolves more slowly, making it an exceptional choice for long-term cellaring or truly special occasions.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2018 Ulysses Cabernet Sauvignon shows a deep, opaque ruby-purple hue, signaling both concentration and youth. The nose opens with layered aromas of blackcurrant and ripe black cherry, framed by cedarwood, clay-earth nuances, and hints of laurel leaf. Subtle notes of mocha, licorice, and graphite emerge with air, adding complexity without overwhelming the fruit. On the palate, this is medium to full-bodied with a tightly knit yet silk-smooth texture. Dense blackcurrant and dark cherry fruit are supported by fine, polished tannins and a vibrant line of acidity that brings lift and freshness. Cedar, cocoa, and a touch of savory tobacco and dried herbs unfold across the mid-palate, leading into a long, refined, and elegant finish. The structure and balance suggest excellent aging potential; in double magnum, expect the wine to develop gracefully over 15–25 years, gaining further nuance and harmony with time.

Production
The Ulysses estate lies in Oakville, one of Napa Valley’s most prized subregions, on well-drained alluvial and gravelly soils that sit at the western bench near the Mayacamas foothills. These soils, combined with the region’s warm days and cooling evening breezes, produce Cabernet of great depth, freshness, and aromatic clarity. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, with meticulous sorting to ensure only pristine fruit makes it into the fermenters. Fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled tanks, allowing for gentle extraction and precision in tannin management, followed by aging in French oak barrels—an important proportion new—to add subtle spice, structure, and texture without overshadowing the vineyard’s character. Bottling in double magnum further enhances longevity and slow, graceful evolution.

Food & Serving
This 2018 Ulysses Cabernet Sauvignon is a natural partner for refined, flavorful dishes such as grilled or roasted ribeye, lamb chops with rosemary, slow-braised short ribs, or venison with a red wine reduction. It also shines alongside aged hard cheeses like Comté, mature Gouda, or clothbound Cheddar. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) for optimal expression. Given the wine’s concentration and youth—especially in double magnum—decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to allow the aromas to fully open and the tannins to soften, revealing its full elegance and complexity.

Producer
Ulysses is the Napa Valley project of Christian Moueix, the renowned vigneron behind Dominus Estate in Yountville and famed Right Bank properties in Bordeaux. Located in Oakville, Ulysses focuses on expressing a single, historic site through classically structured, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate’s philosophy emphasizes precision farming, low yields, and a restrained, terroir-first approach in the cellar, resulting in wines that are powerful yet never heavy. In a region known for many iconic Cabernet producers, Ulysses has quickly earned a reputation for purity, balance, and longevity, standing as a benchmark for elegant, site-driven Oakville Cabernet.

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