BOND
QUELLA
ST. HELENA • NAPA VALLEY
"Mineral elegance: a cult, vibrant and ethereal Cabernet Sauvignon, born from an ancient seabed in the St. Helena hills."
The Legend of the Ancient Sea
Quella comes from a 9-acre plot situated on a steep hillside in St. Helena. It challenges the perception of traditional Californian Cabernet, opting for tension, freshness, and longevity based on unprecedented acid-mineral balance. Its terroir, composed of an ancient seabed, grants a unique verticality that distinguishes it as the most ethereal and vibrant expression of the BOND family.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: BOND (Harlan Estate Family).
Origin: St. Helena, Napa Valley, California.
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Terroir: Ancient seabed / Steep hillside.
Style: Vertical, mineral and athletic.
Volume: 750 ml | 14.5% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Bright purple color with ruby hues. Displays a distinctive luminosity and high density, projecting elegant fluidity in the glass.
Nose: Fresh and vertical profile. Notes of blue fruits (blueberries) stand out along with a pungent minerality reminiscent of graphite and chalk. Subtleties of violets and spearmint.
Palate: Agile entry with vibrant acidity. Extremely fine-grained tannins, like liquid velvet. The finish is extraordinarily long, clean, and distinctly mineral.
3. Wine Architecture
4. The Art of Serving (Pairing)
Gastronomic Harmony: Excellent with herb-crusted lamb loin, duck breast, or wild mushroom risotto. Its ethereal profile allows pairings with signature dishes like quail in rose petal sauce.
Cheeses: Medium-aged sheep cheeses with a milky character.
Serving Protocol: It is recommended to decant for at least **60 minutes**. Enjoy strictly between **16°C and 18°C** to highlight its vertical freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What defines the mineral flavor of BOND Quella?
Quella comes from a vineyard in St. Helena whose soil is an ancient seabed. This provides a pungent minerality of graphite and chalk, along with an unusual vertical freshness for Napa Valley.
What is the best way to serve this Cabernet?
It is recommended to serve between 16°C and 18°C and decant the wine at least 60 minutes before consumption to allow its floral and fruity notes to fully express themselves.