2019 Bevan Cellars 'Ontogeny' Red

A blend put together by Bevan from the single vineyards, the Ontogeny cuvée is year-in, year-out one of the greatest values in Cabernet Sauvignon. His 2019 Ontogeny is no exception, revealing a dense purple hue as well as rock star notes of crème de cassis, violets, tobacco leaf, and chocolate. It’s a big, classic Bevan wine and has remarkable purity, silky, polished tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. Don’t miss it!

The 2019 Ontogeny, made from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon blended with Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, is deep garnet-purple in color. It tumbles from the glass with ready-to-go notes of blueberry pie, creme de cassis, and juicy black plums followed by hints of camphor, Chinese five spice, and licorice. The full-bodied palate is soft and juicy, with layers of exotic spices and black fruit preserves, finishing long with a minty lift.