2021Red Mountain Claret
2021Red Mountain Claret
92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc
The 2021 Red Mountain Claret is a dark garnet and crimson in the glass with aromatics of cinnamon bark, dark violets, and black plum. The full-bodied and serious on the palate displaying chalky tannins and flavors of cola, leather, ripe bramble fruits, and sweet tobacco. Finishing long and classic with bittersweet chocolate, forest floor, and star anise.
Primary 10-14 days in Stainless Steel tanks, 30+ days on skins, 21 months in 100% new French oak
15.2%
233
Now - 2040
Awards & Accolades
"2021 Matthews ‘Red Mountain’ Claret- Another brilliant wine in the Red Mountain lineup, the 2021 Red Mountain Claret is silky smooth on the mouth, already reveling in its richness and bright mineral backbone. The palate is dense with plenty of dark fruit flavors alongside suggestions of cardamom, sandalwood and creme de violette. Finishing long with rich dark fruits and copious minerals, enjoy this beauty now and over the next fifteen years to come."
- 95 points, Owen Bargreen