2018 Blankiet Estate, Paradise Hills Vineyard Mythicus, Napa Valley

Blankiet Estate's Mythicus is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon selection from the Paradise Hills Vineyard, situated on the volcanic soils of the Mayacamas foothills overlooking Yountville, where organic farming practices are meticulously applied. The estate's commitment to precise vineyard stewardship and a state-of-the-art winery, including aging in 100% new French oak for two years, is designed to express this terroir with profound depth and structure. The 2018 growing season, characterized by a long, cool-to-warm period without significant heat spikes, allowed for extended hang-time and ideal physiological ripeness. This slow, even development ensured excellent acid retention and the maturation of fine-grained phenolics, resulting in balanced tannins and a refined structural profile. The 2018 Mythicus therefore presents with powerful yet elegant tannins, considerable mid-palate density, and a vibrant acidity that underpins its cellar-worthy architecture.