2018 Egelhoff 'Walton' Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2018 Egelhoff 'Walton' Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and impressive expression of classic Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the depth and structure that defines this exceptional vintage. This wine offers a profound and concentrated character, with rich aromatics that immediately captivate the senses. The nose reveals layers of macerated red fruits, including ripe cherry and blackberry, intertwined with delicate hints of wildflowers and mountain herbs, adding a touch of earthy complexity.
As the wine opens up, subtle notes of dark caramel and espresso emerge, providing an additional layer of depth and sophistication. On the palate, the 2018 Walton Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a robust and well-structured profile, supported by firm yet well-integrated tannins that contribute to its enduring finish. The wine's long, lingering finish is a testament to its quality and craftsmanship, offering a seamless balance between fruit, spice, and savory elements.
This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with hearty dishes such as grilled steaks, braised lamb, or aged cheeses, making it a versatile choice for both special occasions and everyday indulgence. The 2018 Egelhoff 'Walton' Cabernet Sauvignon stands out as a perennial favorite, exemplifying the richness and complexity that wine enthusiasts seek.
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Egelhoff Wines was founded by long time Napa Valley vintner Bob Egelhoff with his first vintage of Egelhoff Wines dating from 1999. His background is both in viticulture and enology; he is a graduate of UC Davis. After managing vineyards for a brief period near Chico, California he moved to the Napa Valley – what better vineyard management company to start with then Beckstoffer. He worked for Andy Beckstoffer for several years in the mid 1980’s and followed that with positions at well-known Napa Valley wineries including Harlan Estate, Pahlmeyer, Chappellet and Merryvale.
Since the early 1990s he has exclusively consulted for a number of ultra-premium small producers – primarily those who are based in the Napa Valley. Although over the years Bob has produced other wines for various retailers including restaurants, a distributor, a country club and a one-off wine honoring baseball player, Cal Ripken’s “Iron Man” record of playing in 2,131 consecutive baseball games. And what was one of his career highlights, he was profiled in the Wine Spectator as crafting the 1997 wine of the year, the Cabernet Sauvignon Elevation 1147 he made when he was the winemaker at David Arthur Vineyards.
It is refreshing to find other wines and varieties from a small Napa Valley based producer, other than the ubiquitous Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and or Sauvignon Blanc. Bob makes several wines fairly uncommon to Napa including his first ever release of Riesling in 2008. There are not many Napa Riesling producers (very few vineyards of this variety in the valley) and it is always a treat for us to find this wine when we are conducting reviews for this project. As Bob says, “a Riesling is one of the more versatile wines” – and it can be paired with a large variety of ethnic foods and does particularly well with spicy foods. This Riesling is made with grapes entirely grown within the Napa Valley.
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