Realm Cellars – The Bard 2019 – Napa Valley

Realm Cellars – The Bard 2019 – Napa Valley

Name: Realm Cellars
Vintage: 2019
Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
Grape Variety: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Alcohol Content: Approx. 14.6%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 97 | Jeb Dunnuck (JD) 99 | James Suckling (JS) 98

Tasting Notes

The Realm Cellars The Bard 2019 is a magnificent expression of Napa Valley’s modern power and precision.
Deep garnet-purple in color, it opens with captivating aromas of crème de cassis, ripe plum, graphite, violets, dark chocolate, and subtle spice, unfolding into hints of cedar, espresso, and cigar box.

On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich, and impeccably balanced, combining power with refinement. The texture is luxurious, with polished, fine-grained tannins framing a core of blackberry, blueberry, cassis, and dark cherry. Subtle mineral tones and exotic spices add depth and complexity, leading to an exceptionally long, layered, and persistent finish.

This vintage showcases extraordinary purity and energy — a true testament to Realm’s craftsmanship and Napa Valley’s finest terroirs.

Vintage Highlights

The 2019 growing season in Napa Valley offered near-perfect conditions, yielding fruit of remarkable concentration and balance. Realm sourced grapes from some of Napa’s most iconic sites, including Beckstoffer To Kalon, Houyi, Dr. Crane, Farella, and Orchard Vineyards.

✔ One of the most acclaimed vintages of The Bard to date
✔ 99 points Jeb Dunnuck – a benchmark Napa blend
✔ Vibrant acidity balanced by deep, ripe fruit
✔ Crafted from Napa’s most prestigious vineyard parcels

Why It’s Special

The Bard is the signature cuvée of Realm Cellars, representing the pinnacle of Napa Valley blending. The 2019 vintage stands as a masterclass in power and precision, earning near-perfect scores from leading critics.
Its rarity, age-worthy structure, and balance make it a must-have for serious collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Storage & Serving

Store in a temperature-controlled environment with stable humidity.
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C (60–65°F).
Decant for 1.5 to 2 hours before serving to reveal its full aromatic complexity.

Availability

The Realm Cellars The Bard 2019 was released in very limited quantities and is highly sought after among collectors.
All bottles offered by Deggusto are sourced directly and available for immediate and secure shipment.

💎 Secure your bottle of this 99-point Napa Valley masterpiece today!