Atelier Ilaria, 'Spring Collection,' Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, 2021
Overview of the Wine Anna Monticelli winemaking journey began at the University of California Davis, where she earned a degree in Viticulture and Enology. She spent her fourth year studying at the Sorbonne in Paris, France. After completing her degree in California, she returned to France to work the 2000 vintage at Château Cheval-Blanc She was very fortunate to work for their technical director, Kees Van Leeuwen, one of the foremost viticultural professors in Bordeaux. She later returned to Napa Valley to work with the Bryant Family and then to her own pursuits. Winemakers Anna & Mario Monticelli Grape / Blend 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec Origin Napa Valley, California Winemaker's Tasting Notes The 2021 Atelier Ilaria Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon leaps out of the glass with gorgeous aromas of black cherry, black currant, blackberry, mocha and espresso. Layers of licorice, toasted oak, spices and blue flowers round out the aromatic profile. This wine exhibits stunning richness and texture and a bright vein of acidity runs through the plush fruit driven palate. The enduring finish showcases beautiful finesse and depth 91 Points - Jeb Dunnuck The 2021 Atelier Ilaria Cabernet Sauvignon offers darker fruits, violets, apple blossoms, and sappy herbs on the nose. Medium-bodied and supple on the palate, it delivers exotic red and black fruits with well-integrated acidity and a pretty, pure finish. This elegant Napa Valley Cabernet will drink nicely for a decade. 3/31/2025 Product size: 750ml