- BrandPott Wine
- RegionNapa Valley
- TypeRed Wine
- Size750ml
- SKU 210000046765
Highlights
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Pott Le Nouveau Western Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford 2016
This is a real blockbuster Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has a distinct purity with deftly textured tannins formed from the ancient sandstone soils. The layers here are intense and stay with you for ages. There is a very small percentage of Cabernet Franc that lifts the mid palate and brightens the complex aromatics with blue fruits and cedar cigar box.
Incubo began as a tiny, 12 case cuvee that Aaron made from the 1/2 acre vineyard that was already planted on our property when we bought it in 2004. Over time we expanded the vineyards to almost 5 acres, and Incubo grew to around 80 cases. The name derives from a mythical creature supposed to guard a hoarde of treasure. The dragon symbol is in fact the signature of a medieval painter named Lucas Cranach, who often depicted wine and merry-making in his work.
Critical Acclaim
93 Wine Advocate
Made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Le Nouveau Western Star Vineyard features warm blackcurrants, preserved plums and spice box scents with hints of lavender and black olives. Full-bodied, rich, peppery and decadent in the mouth, it has a firm yet beautifully plush texture and great length.
93 Vinous
The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Le Nouveau Western emerges from a parcel in the Star vineyard in Rutherford planted with Martha's Clone Cabernet. Bold, powerful and savory, the Nouveau Western is full of character. Crushed leaves, tobacco, cedar and menthol give the 2016 an expressive aromatic upper register that is quite distinctive. Iron, chocolate and dark red fruit flavors develop with time in the glass. Bold and racy, with tons of nuance, the 2016 has so much to offer. This deceptively medium-bodied Cabernet packs a real punch.