🏰Sloan Asterisk 2018 is a 【compelling Napa Valley proprietary red blend, known for its bold and structured yet harmonious character】. Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it offers ripe fruit depth and precision. Tasting notes include ripe plums, blackberries, iron, leafy tobacco, loamy earth, cassis, mint, pine, wild herbs, dark chocolate, and roses. The 2018 vintage is considered fantastic and very approachable, with primary concentration and a lingering blue fruit finish. It has firm, silky tannins and a medium to full body, with excellent aging potential. 🍴Pairs beautifully with grilled beef, venison, lamb, game, mushrooms, pork, and dark chocolate desserts. 🥂An excellent choice for a sophisticated dinner party, a special celebration, or a gift for a collector of fine Napa Valley reds. Its approachability also makes it suitable for enjoying now with a short decant.