{"product_id":"quintessa-2021","title":"Quintessa 2021 — Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend, Rutherford, Single Estate","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Rutherford Dust: #8d755b | Carmenère Crimson: #8b0000 | Hillside Emerald: #2e5a27 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #8d755b; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the biodynamic hillside composition *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2e5a27 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #8d755b; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE LEGACY OF THE FIVE HILLS --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eQuintessa 2021\u003c\/span\u003e is a chiseled single-estate Bordeaux blend from one of Rutherford's most prestigious biodynamic properties. Founded in 1990 by legendary Chilean winemaker Agustin Huneeus, the estate is named for the five hills that define its unique 280-acre topography. This expression is a structural study in hillside complexity, merging traditional Napa Cabernet with the silken heritage of Carmenère.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE BIODYNAMIC DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Estate Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eQuintessa is defined by its commitment to a single-wine-per-vintage focus, drawn from a diverse mosaic of estate vineyard parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamic Stewardship:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the larger biodynamic estates in Napa Valley, focusing on ecosystem balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChilean Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The inclusion of Carmenère, a varietal Huneeus brought from his Chilean roots, adds a structural layer of spice and complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHillside Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The multi-parcel composition allow the winemaking team to pick the best-performing sites for the annual blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2021 Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e A year defined by substantial concentration integrated with exceptional retained acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black cherry, cassis, and integrated oak. Layers of cedar, dark plum, and warm baking spice emerge alongside dark chocolate and floral minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally concentrated. A front of dense black fruit and cassis transitions into a mid-palate of polished oak, dark chocolate, and developed earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering dark fruit and polished oak with a persistent tannin-and-mineral resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAmong Napa single-estate blends, Quintessa is a direct stylistic peer to Dominus and Joseph Phelps Insignia. It distinguishes itself through its biodynamic pedigree and a structural elegance that avoids the over-extraction of modern \"cult\" Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of single-estate hillside blending.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuintessa (Huneeus Vintners, Rutherford, CA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFarming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEstate-Grown \u0026amp; Biodynamic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabernet Sauvignon (Dom.), Merlot, CF, PV, Carmenère\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eÉlevage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-24 Months in French Oak Barriques (60-70% New)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~14.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritic Scores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94–99 Points (Recent Vintage Average)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuintessa is a high-conviction target for collectors of single-estate Napa icons. Its deliberate focus on only one wine per vintage ensures that all top-tier estate fruit is utilized for this bottling. Every bottle offered here is stored at optimal cellar temperatures with verified label integrity. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound decadal integration and allows the mineral structure to bloom, enjoy this wine \u003cstrong\u003edecanted for 60–90 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Serve at \u003cstrong\u003e62–66°F\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edry-aged steak, lamb, beef short ribs, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it drinks well on release, it will reward 15–25+ years of cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quintessa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45133248200738,"sku":null,"price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/Quintessa-2021-front.jpg?v=1779906703","url":"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/quintessa-2021","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}