Ratings & Tasting Notes:

99 points Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Colgin’s 2021 IX Estate is a rich, opulent example, with layers of ripe black cherries and dark chocolate punctuated by hints of sage and bay leaf, plus some vaguely floral notes (violets?). Full-bodied, concentrated, velvety and long, it’s another terrific wine that showcases the potential of Pritchard Hill, the investment by the owners and the talent of the winemaking team. (JC)

98+ points Jeb Dunnuck

I d wager a Napa Valley legend in the making, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon IX Estate comes from the estate vineyard on Pritchard Hill, and if there was ever a classification of terroirs in the valley, this would check in near the top of the list. Deep purple-hued, with awesome aromatics of pure cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and subtle floral hints, this has that rare mix of power and elegance that defines so many great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, it has no shortage of structure and is going to need 7-8 years, if not a decade, to hit full maturity, where it will hold for 2-3 decades. 98+

98 points Vinous

The 2021 IX Estate is such an elegant wine. Sleek, aromatic and refined, the 2021 is one of the most polished young wines I have tasted from this site. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mint abound. Silky and delineated, the 2021 is exceptionally beautiful and balanced. Clean saline notes and veins of tannin extend the explosive, sublime finish. (AG)

96 points Wine Spectator

There’s some gorgeous flow to this red, with an overriding velvety feel to its crushed blackberry, açaí and loganberry fruit core, contrasted nicely by an underlying cast iron note. Alder, sage and sweet bay hints flicker seductively amid the fruit on the lengthy finish. (JM)

Cult Wines International Notes:

The 2021 Colgin Cellars IX Estate Red Wine is a highly anticipated bottling from one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated “cult” wineries. Located high on Pritchard Hill, the IX Estate vineyard is known for its steep slopes and rocky, volcanic soils, which contribute to the unique concentration and complexity of its wines. The name “IX” refers to the Roman numeral for nine, reflecting the vineyard’s original nine-acre planting.

The 2021 vintage in Napa Valley is widely regarded as an exceptional year, characterized by a long, mild growing season that allowed for optimal ripening of the grapes. This has resulted in a vintage known for producing wines with remarkable purity of fruit, vibrant acidity, and well-structured tannins.

The IX Estate Red is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, with the exact proportions varying each year to best express the vintage. The 2021 is expected to showcase the powerful and opulent style that Colgin is known for, with a deep concentration of dark fruit flavors, layered with notes of graphite, spice, and floral aromatics. Despite its power, it is anticipated to have a polished texture and a long, elegant finish, reflecting both the quality of the vintage and the meticulous winemaking that defines Colgin Cellars.

Bottle Size:

750 mL

Storage History:

Always stored on its side in a climate-controlled cellar.

Condition:

Please note: The bottle shown is the exact bottle being sold.

Outstanding condition.