Description

The Red Mountain pedigree of the 2018 Four Flags is immediately evident on the nose, with savory herb notes of thyme and marjoram intermixing with fruit aromas of cassis and blueberry. Concentrated and serious on the palate, this wine nevertheless offers beautiful symmetry, with ample energy and a lingering delicate floral impression. Oak influence is well integrated despite its youth, with mocha and espresso contributing to a plush, long finish.

Critical Acclaim

JD96
Jeb Dunnuck

All Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (78% new French oak), the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Four Flags showed brilliantly, offering a Pauillac-like nose of smoky red and blue fruits, lead pencil, and tobacco. Medium to full-bodied, beautifully balanced, and concentrated, it has lots of velvety tannins, a stacked mid-palate, and a great finish. It ranks with the top Cabernets from the appellation and is a stunning wine. Drink bottles over the coming 20-25 years. Rating: 96+

WW93
Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2018 DeLille Cellars Four Flags Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is built with solid construction and lasting enjoyment. TASTING NOTES: This wine shows lasting aromas and flavors of black fruit, licorice, and oak to the table. Pair it with braised meat dishes. (Tasted: February 23, 2021, San Francisco, CA)
JS93
James Suckling

Attractive aromas of currants, baked raspberries, brambleberries, rosemary, black licorice and nutmeg. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, tightly knit tannins and bright acidity. Structured, wild and racy. Flavorful finish. Drink from 2022.