Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018 – iconic flagship from the heart of Napa

Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is the ultimate flagship of the house and one of the most coveted Cabernet Sauvignon wines from Napa Valley. Created with uncompromising dedication to quality, balance and artistic precision, this exclusive cuvée is a wine for collectors and connoisseurs seeking the ultimate expression of Napa Valley Cabernet.

Lail Vineyards’ unique heritage spans six generations of winemaking in Napa Valley. The family has been a part of the area’s development since the earliest pioneer years, and this historical grounding is evident in the depth and seriousness of the wine. The house honors this heritage through a determined pursuit to create wines with character, structure and elegance.

J. Daniel Cuvée 2018 is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from carefully selected, exceptional parcels in Napa Valley. This multi-vineyard cuvée is assembled over 20 months of aging in oak barrels, with each component selected to achieve maximum harmony, complexity and balance in the finished wine. The 2018 vintage offers ideal growing conditions, resulting in a wine with both power and refined finesse.

The wine is named after Robin Lail’s father, John Daniel, Jr, a true innovator in Napa Valley, known for producing some of the area’s most legendary wines. This cuvée continues his vision of greatness, precision and timeless quality.

A wine with significant aging potential, but also with a seductive accessibility now. Perfect with top-class beef, game, truffle dishes and gastronomy at the highest level.

Tasting notes

• Color: Intense, deep ruby red with a dark core.
• Aroma: Layers of blackcurrant, black cherry and blackberry combined with graphite, cedar and subtle spices.
• Taste: Concentrated and silky with perfectly integrated tannins, complex dark fruit and elegant barrel character.
• Finish: Extremely long, harmonious and sophisticated with impressive balance.

About Lail Vineyards

Lail Vineyards is a family-owned icon in Napa Valley with roots that go back six generations. Under the leadership of Robin Lail, the house has maintained an uncompromising approach to quality and terroir. The J. Daniel Cuvée represents the essence of this legacy – a wine that marries historical significance with modern perfection and artisanal precision.

Product data

• Name: Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2018
• Type: Red wine – 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Napa Valley
• Barrel aging: 20 months in oak barrels
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• alcohol content: 14.5%