The 2021 Continuum, a proprietary blend from the renowned producer Continuum, is a masterfully crafted red wine hailing from the prestigious Oakville sub-appellation of Napa, located in the North Coast of California, USA. This vintage is an amalgamation of elegance and boldness, a true reflection of its terroir.
Bathing in a deep purple-black hue, the 2021 Continuum is visually captivating, drawing you into an orchestration of intense aromas. The bouquet is striking, brimming with red and black currant preserves, intertwined with captivating notes of lilacs, baker's chocolate, and graphite. As you dive deeper, you're greeted by a subtle undercurrent of black olives and red loam, adding complexity to this fascinating ensemble.
On the palate, this medium to full-bodied wine offers a lively, grainy texture. It's super-concentrated, echoing the intensity of its aroma. The finish is long and shimmers with vibrancy, leaving an unforgettable impression.
As you breathe in, the wine exudes intoxicating aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, and iron, laced with hints of pine bark and orange peel. Wild sage and peppermint subtly make their presence known, adding a fresh, herbaceous touch to this seductive perfume.
Boasting extremely well-integrated tannins that linger on the palate, this wine's elegance is affirmed in its firm finish. Its tannin quality is undoubtedly one of the best in young Continuums, creating a seamless silk texture. The finish is grand, leaving a lasting memory of this excellent vintage. Comprising 45% cabernet sauvignon, 35% cabernet franc, 11% merlot, and 9% petit verdot, it's a wine that promises to age gracefully, best enjoyed after 2027.
Highly acclaimed by The Wine Independent with a perfect score of 100 and receiving a near-perfect score of 99 by James Suckling, the 2021 Continuum is a wine that demands your attention. It's an experience that is not just tasted, but felt, making every sip a celebration.