Napa Valley Red Wine

Ulysses - Magnum - Napa Valley Red Wine 2018

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Format: 150 cl

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490,15 €

Recommended price: 612,92 €

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Description

Ulysses Magnum is a prestigious red wine from the renowned Napa Valley region, representing Californian winemaking excellence and passion. This Magnum edition is particularly prized for its stately presentation and significant aging potential.

The color is a deep purple red, almost impenetrable, which announces the complexity and density of the wine. On the nose, Ulysses exhibits a wide range of intense aromas: ripe red and black fruits, such as cassis, plums and blueberries, blend with elegant notes of dark chocolate, espresso and vanilla, resulting from meticulous aging in French oak barrels.

In the mouth, the wine is extraordinarily rich and structured. The tannins are robust but ripe, well integrated with the high concentration of fruit leading to a full and enveloping palate. The complexity develops further with nuances of sweet spices, tobacco and a light touch of aromatic herbs which give a surprising freshness for a wine of such intensity.

Ideal to accompany rich and tasty dishes such as grilled steaks, roast lamb or mature cheeses, Ulysses Magnum is also a superb meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly to appreciate all its nuances.

With its Magnum format, Ulysses is perfect as a centerpiece for special occasions or as an impressive gift for fans of robust, complex wines. The aging capacity of this wine is remarkable, promising to evolve and enrich its aromatic profile for many years to come.

The winery

Napa Valley Red Wine – Winery in Napa Valley (California)

Discover the story and wines of Napa Valley Red Wine.

Category of red wines produced in the Napa Valley appellation (California, United States). Predominantly made from Cabernet Sauvignon and blends, they can range from concentrated, tannic styles to more elegant, softer expressions depending on the vineyard and the blending.

Region: Napa Valley (California)

Country: Stati Uniti

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Syrah, Pinot Noir

Cabernet Sauvignon is the valley's principal grape variety and accounts for a significant portion of its production. Napa Valley includes numerous sub-appellations that produce different styles. Red wines range from rich, concentrated blends to more elegant wines, depending on the vineyard site and winemaking. The region gained international fame after the Judgment of Paris. Typical pairings: red meats, roasts and aged cheeses.

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Winery history

Viticulture in Napa Valley dates back to the 19th century; modern, high-quality production became established from the mid-20th century, and the region gained international recognition after the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Today the valley comprises numerous sub-appellations that reflect the variety of soils and microclimates employed in the production of red wines.

Production philosophy

An approach focused on quality and terroir expression: producers enhance the individual sites, grape selection and cellar work to create wines that reflect local character while pursuing innovation and quality control.

Terroir and vineyards

Napa Valley is a hilly valley in Northern California with a Mediterranean climate and a wide range of soils and exposures. It contains multiple sub-appellations that allow different varieties to be grown and distinct wine styles to be produced, from hillside vineyards to the warmer valley floors.