98 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Heitz's 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard is one of the best vintages I can remember tasting. Loaded with blackcurrants, it also carries hints of camphor and mocha on the nose, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is rich and concentrated, and the vibrant, long-lasting finish is framed by oodles of soft tannins. Readers may want to note that beginning in 2025, grapes from this historic 30-acre site may be sold to other producers, although Heitz is expected to continue to make this bottling from "their" portions of the vineyard.
97 Points Vinous
The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Martha’s Vineyard is such a classic wine. The bouquet alone is a dead giveaway. Soaring floral and savory top notes make a strong opening statement. Medium in body and pliant, with terrific persistence, the 2019 is dripping with the essence of site. This is an archetype of Napa Valley classicism with modern purity of red fruit.
94 Points Wine Spectator
An expressive version, with a lovely mint accent leading off, backed by long and sleek notes of cassis, plum coulis and iris. A loamy tug runs underneath, and there's a flash of iron at the very end. Still a touch tight. No rush here. Best from 2026 through 2040.
93 Points Wine Enthusiast
Woodsy aromatics become minty on the palate with lighter flavors of red and black currants, and savory sea salt. Decidedly bright with a focus on acidity delivers a leaner style with more spindly tannins, and a long finish.
Sustainable and Certified Organic
Winemaker Note
Hidden in the shadows of the Mayacamas Mountains on the alluvial fan of western Oakville, Martha’s Vineyard embodies the pedigree of being named the first single vineyard-designated wine in Napa Valley. Farmed and vinified exclusively by Heitz Cellar over the last 50 years, Martha's Vineyard continues to set the standard for classic, ageworthy Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley. The long, warm summer of 2019 was even and consistent and marked by the classic, cool foggy mornings that help our vineyards maintain their vibrant and expressive characteristics. The incredible growing season led to wines with bright acidity, great structure with soft tannins, and brilliant, distinct aromatics. The 2019 Martha’s Vineyard will continue to reward for the next 20+ years.
