Accolades

2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Wine Enthusiast

Cellar Selection - 96 Points

This deep and brooding wine shows impressive depth and concentration, practically bursting at the seams with black currants, black cherries and dark chocolate while accents of graphite, cedar, and cocoa dance around the edges. The firm structure and powerful fruit flavors bode well for further development. Best from 2028–2038. JIM GORDON

2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Vinography

Very dark garnet in the glass, this wine smells of bright cherry fruit and oak. In the mouth, sweetish black cherry and blackcurrant flavors mix with cola and tobacco. Lush muscular tannins wrap around the palate with a velvety texture.

2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Andrew Chalk, The Chalk Report

Appearance: Opaque ruby with a purple rim.

Nose: Perfume notes, raspberry, herbal notes including thyme;

Palate: Velvety tannins, blackcurrant fruit. Pencil lead, baking spice;

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2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Rich Cook, Wine Review Online

I reviewed the 2011 version of this wine a couple of weeks ago, and this latest offering, though made by a new winemaker, shows some commonality.  Add in the fact that 2019 is being heralded as a great vintage in Napa Valley, and you can imagine that this might be a winner.  I will commit to saying that it is indeed, and on all fronts, with lively fruit, supple, age worthy structure, and a light yet firm hand with oak influence.  Very classy stuff!         
96 Points

2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Santa Rosa Press Democrat

4 stars.

A layered cab with notes of black cherry, plum, and cedar. Firm tannins and a nice length. Pretty.

Weighted to red fruit with notes of black raspberry, black plum, and red raspberry. Balanced and lovely.

2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Dallas Wine Chick

Lots of fruit like cherry, raspberry, cassis, and black currant. I tasted mocha, licorice, and floral notes as well. Another beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon that will only get better with time.

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2019 Kelly Fleming Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ~ California Wine & Wineries

Just being released in January of 2023, this wine made me remember why I joined the Kelly Fleming Wine Club. The wine stands in contrast to land which the grapes hail from, rough and steep hillsides. The wine is opulent, exquisite and refined from the first waft of aromas to the long lasting finish. First on the nose, red and black fruits abound along with a floral bouquet followed by blueberry being the most aromatic. The coloring is not as dark as I remembered, more of a crimson red and medium heavy viscosity.  On the palate, raspberry and fresh firm plum provide an outline for the savory flavors. Secondary flavors of soft and mellow vanilla pipe tobacco and a modicum of cocoa swirls in the mouth. The finish with structure and velvety tannins surround each tooth and roof of the mouth claiming friendly dominance.  The wine is 100% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon being aged in 85% new French oak barrels and 15% neutral oak for 20 months. 917 cases were produced and will be selling for $185/bottle.

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2019 Kelly Fleming Wines Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Isaac Baker | Terrorist

A deep, lively purple color. The nose shows a pretty core of plum, tart currant, suave black cherries, with a wrapped-up mix of violets, cocoa, cedar and eucalyptus. The palate has deep texture, structured tannins and vibrant acidity, all balanced very well. Tart black currant and juicy black cherry fruit blends well with stony, earthy, graphite, violets and anise. Time and air coaxes out so many nuances, and the mouthfeel is pristine throughout – very long finish. The crisp, tart appeal is gorgeous. This will age gracefully for many years, and a great example of the vintage. All estate vineyard Cabernet aged 20 months in 85% new French oak. (95 points IJB)

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2019 Cabernet Sauvignon receives 93 Points from the Tasting Panel Publisher’s Picks

A rush of black coffee and chalky tannins unite for a broad first impression. As it opens up, licorice and lavender add depth to the blackberry and sweet potato. Sandalwood and fig deliver savory notes and the core of minerality makes for a lasting impression. Still youthful with lots of time to flourish. 93 Points.