Hundred Acre Wraith ‘Crypt 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

And just when you thought nothing new could come from Hundred Acre, Woodbridge reveals the new “Wraith Crypt” cuvée. “This is the crypt of the wraith, based on the legend of wraith,” said Woodbridge. “It has those earthy elements, that mineral essence. This is the Wraith stabilized, a solid form. It spends more time in barrel. This is a new creation, but you can see the uniqueness of the vintage. It’s a fusion. Again, none of this fit together until I had Few and Far Between—the final lens.” Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW

“Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Crypt flies out with scents of black raspberries, creme de cassis, boysenberry preserves, and blueberries plus hints of sandalwood, Sichuan pepper, earth, and iron ore. The full-bodied palate is rich, earthy, and so, so, fine, with amazing tension and mineral layers galore, finishing long and whispery.”, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 11/30/23 100 Points, The Wine Independent