Realm Cellars 'The Tempest' Proprietary Blend 2022

Realm Cellars is one of Napa Valley’s most sought-after estates, known for blending gourmet vineyard sources with top-tier craftsmanship. Their proprietary blend ⒬œThe Tempest⒬� is built around Merlot from cool-climate sites like Farella, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for structure and elegance. The 2022 vintage shows the house’s commitment to both power and nuance.

Grape Varietals: 67% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc

Wine Region: Napa Valley, California, United States

Tasting Notes: Deep garnet-purple in colour, the wine opens with bright red and blue fruit aromas⒬”black raspberry, mulberry and kirsch⒬”along with hints of wild sage, anise and lavender. On the palate it is medium to full-bodied, offering crunchy dark-berry layers, cocoa, subtle peppery spice, and seamlessly integrated tannins. There’s energy and precision that carry through a long, pepper-tinged finish.

Food Pairing: Grilled porterhouse with herb butter, venison loin with juniper, or dark chocolate and raspberry tart.

Ratings:

• James Suckling ⒬” 96/100
• Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Wine Advocate) ⒬” 96/100
• Vinous (Antonio Galloni) ⒬” 93/100