The 2021 Beau Vigne Juliet Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine from Napa, California, produced by Beau Vigne. Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon (91%), with small additions of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah, this wine is sealed with a cork and has an alcohol content of 14.9%.
James Suckling from jamessuckling.com awarded this wine a score of 91. He described it as having a "bright fruity and floral nose" with aromas of "blackcurrants, plums, cassis blossom, and violets" followed by "hints of prunes" and "jam." Suckling noted its "medium body" and "well-rounded tannin with a juicy core of fruit," suggesting it would be better enjoyed after one or two years of aging.
Jeb Dunnuck from jebdunnuck.com gave it a slightly higher score of 92, describing it as a "full-bodied, ripe, sexy wine from this estate." He highlighted notes of "wild sage, blueberries, black cherries, and spicy oak," and mentioned its "firmer tannins," recommending a cellar time of 2-3 years. Dunnuck believes it will evolve nicely through 2036.
Wine Enthusiast's Jim Gordon rated the wine an impressive 97, indicating its potential for long-term aging. He praised its "sleek but powerful and concentrated" qualities with "enticing and deep black cherry, graphite, and cocoa aromas." Gordon noted the "fine-grained tannins" and advised that it would be best from 2028–2038, allowing time for its complexity to develop and texture to soften.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also gave it a 91, noting its vibrant feel due to higher acidity. The review described the wine as having "mostly blackberries" with notes of "redder fruit" and "hints of peppery spice on the silky, lingering finish."
In summary, the 2021 Beau Vigne Juliet Cabernet Sauvignon is a well-received wine with potential for further aging. It offers a complex bouquet of fruity and floral notes with a robust structure and firm tannins, ensuring it will continue to develop and enhance its flavors over the next decade or more.