Realm Cellars – Moonracer 2018 – Napa Valley

Realm Cellars – Moonracer 2018 – Napa Valley

Name: Realm Cellars
Vintage: 2018
Vineyard: Moonracer Estate Vineyard
Region: Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, USA
Grape Variety: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Alcohol Content: Approx. 14.6%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 98 | Jeb Dunnuck (JD) 98 | James Suckling (JS) 97

Tasting Notes

The Moonracer 2018 from Realm Cellars is a stunning expression of the Stags Leap District, combining power, purity, and precision in perfect equilibrium.
It opens with vibrant aromas of blackcurrant, wild blueberry, graphite, violets, and cedar, accented by notes of dark chocolate, fresh tobacco, and crushed rock.

On the palate, the wine is deep, layered, and remarkably elegant. The core of ripe black and blue fruits is wrapped in ultra-fine tannins, creating a silky texture that carries through a long, mineral and perfumed finish. The balance between structure and freshness is flawless, reflecting the cool elegance of the Moonracer site.

This vintage delivers energy and refinement — a graceful powerhouse that speaks of its origin with clarity and confidence.

Vintage Highlights

The 2018 vintage in Napa Valley was defined by a long, mild growing season, allowing fruit to ripen evenly and develop incredible aromatic complexity. The Moonracer Vineyard, situated on Realm’s estate in the Stags Leap District, sits on rocky volcanic soils that yield wines of distinctive minerality and tension.

✔ Estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from the heart of Stags Leap District
✔ 98 points Robert Parker – “a masterpiece of precision and purity”
✔ Seamless structure with deep fruit and floral lift
✔ Benchmark vintage for Moonracer’s expressive terroir

Why It’s Special

Moonracer 2018 epitomizes the Realm Cellars philosophy — a blend of artistry, precision, and respect for terroir.
This vintage captures the dual nature of Stags Leap: powerful yet restrained, dense yet graceful.
It is a collectible, cellar-worthy wine that will evolve beautifully over the next two decades.

Storage & Serving

Store in a temperature-controlled cellar with stable humidity.
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C (60–65°F).
Decant for 2 hours before serving to release its full aromatic depth.

Availability

The Realm Cellars Moonracer 2018 was produced in limited quantities and is among the most sought-after releases from the estate.
All bottles offered by Deggusto are sourced directly and available for immediate and secure shipment.

💎 Secure your bottle of this elegant and powerful Napa Valley Cabernet today!