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The 2019 Maya, 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. It rocks up with ready-to-go notes of blackberry preserves, creme de cassis, and black cherries leading to hints of chocolate mint, iron ore, and lilacs. The full-bodied palate is coated with youthful black fruits and plush tannins, delivering just enough freshness to lift the long, mineral-laced finish.
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Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2019 Maya is fabulous. I can't remember a young Maya with this much sheer immediacy and allure at this stage. The purity of the flavors is just remarkable. Bright red/purplish fruit, spice, blood orange, mocha and mint are some of notes that open over time. There is plenty of tannin, but it is nearly buried by the sheer intensity of the fruit. I would not be in any rush to open a bottle soon. In 2019, Maya is more finesse than power.
About the producer
Dalla Valle Vineyards was founded in 1986 by Naoko and her late husband Gustav Dalla Valle, in Oakville. Initially they had wanted to create a luxury resort, but when they discovered the potential of the site, they changed tack and decided to make wine.