Country: U.S.A.

Region: Napa Valley

Vintage: 2019

Cépage: Cabernet Sauvignon; Cabernet Franc; Merlot; Petit Verdot

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 100 (RP); 100 (JD); 100 (JS)

" The 2019 IX Estate is opaque purple-black in color, needing a little coaxing to unlock notions of blackberry preserves, baked plums and crème de cassis, plus hints of pencil lead, star anise, wild sage and Indian spices, leading to a fragrant waft of lavender. Built like a brick house, the opulent, full-bodied palate is perfectly framed by super firm, exquisitely ripe tannins and a fantastic acid line to give lift throughout the long earthy finish. So finely knit together, this multi-layered, seamless beauty is just breathtaking."

Lisa Perrotti-Brown (JD) - 11/21