2019 Bond, Quella, Napa Valley 1x750ml

Vinous 96

The 2019 Quella is powerful and virile from the first taste. All of the natural intensity of the year comes through loud and clear. There’s plenty of the tannic heft that is such a Quella signature, but also plenty of fruit. In 2019, Quella is a bit somber and brooding in feel. It’s fascinating to taste in this range of 2019s. [Antonio Galloni, 02/16/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2039

Robert Parker 95

Located on the eastern side of the valley at about the same latitude as Saint Helena, Quella was planted in 1998/99 on light-colored volcanic tufa and river cobbles. Scents of crushed stone mark the nose on the 2019 Quella, accenting blueberry and blackberry fruit. It’s medium to full-bodied, with juicy, mouthwatering acids and ripe, creamy-supple, tannins, making for a pleasant juxtaposition on the wine’s lingering finish. [Joe Czerwinski, 03/31/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2040