6 Bottle Case St. Supery Elu Napa Red Wine 2019 Rated 94JS w/ Shipping Included

James Suckling Review
Rated 94
An array of ripe blackberries and blueberries, blue flowers, chocolate, licorice and pinewood. Some hazelnuts, too. Full body and a firm texture with fine-grained tannins and delicious fruit. Polished and refined with a lingering, velvety mouth-feel. Deep and long. Already really tasty. 71% cabernet sauvignon, 18% merlot, 5% cabernet franc, 3% malbec and 3% petit verdot. Drinkable now, but better in 2024.

St. Supéry Élu Napa Valley Red Wine 2019

Elegant, structured, and classically Napa.
Élu is St. Supéry's flagship Bordeaux-style red blend, crafted from estate-grown fruit in Rutherford and showcasing the power, polish, and purity of Napa Valley. The 2019 vintage delivers concentrated dark fruit, refined tannins, and layered complexity shaped by meticulous vineyard selection and extended barrel aging.

Key Details

• Producer: St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery
• Region: Napa Valley, California
• Blend: 71% Cabernet Sauvignon 18% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 3% Malbec 3% Petit Verdot
• ABV: 14.5%
• Aging: Extended time in French oak
• Style: Full-bodied, polished, Bordeaux-inspired

Tasting Notes

• Blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry
• Mocha, espresso, and graphite
• Violet, baking spice, and subtle dried herbs
• Long, structured finish with refined tannins

Profile & Structure

• Estate-grown fruit emphasizing purity and precision
• Rutherford influence with signature dust and finesse
• Balanced richness with vibrant acidity
• Built for both immediate enjoyment and cellar aging

Food Pairing

• Grilled ribeye or filet mignon
• Lamb chops with rosemary
• Short ribs or braised beef
• Aged cheddar or firm alpine cheeses