The 2018 St. Eden from Bond embodies the confident power and seamless elegance that define this iconic vineyard. Grown on the red, volcanic soils at the base of the Mayacamas, it opens with layered aromas of blackberry, cassis, and plum, intertwined with notes of graphite, cedar, and warm spice. There’s an immediate sense of depth and precision — a balance of richness and restraint that feels distinctly Bond. On the palate, it’s expansive yet finely detailed, with dark fruit, cocoa, and mineral undertones unfolding in slow, graceful waves. The tannins are supple and integrated, leading to a finish that’s both enduring and impeccably composed. Profound and harmonious, the 2018 St. Eden is a wine that speaks to Napa’s grandeur with a quiet, deliberate confidence — a masterclass in balance and expression.
