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Charles Krug, Family Reserve 'Generations' Napa Valley 2018

Get to know: Charles Krug, Family Reserve 'Generations' Napa Valley 2018

A powerful and refined Napa Valley red wine from one of the region’s most historic estates.

Tasting Note

Charles Krug ‘Generations’ 2018 is a polished Bordeaux-style blend that combines depth, structure and generous, ripe fruit. Deep ruby in colour with aromas of blackberries, pomegranate, tobacco leaf and dark chocolate. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and silky with layers of mixed berries, vanilla, savoury spice and toasty oak. The texture is firm yet buttery, leading to a long, complex finish with excellent balance. A superb example of a Napa Valley Cabernet-led blend with richness, finesse and real ageing potential.

Top food pairings:

  • Ribeye steak with garlic butter
  • Slow-braised short ribs
  • Mature cheddar or aged Gouda
Kate Says

"Absolutely stunning. This is one of those Napa reds that stops you in your tracks - silky, savoury and beautifully complex. All that dark berry fruit, spice and chocolate just melt into one another, and the finish goes on and on. A real ‘special bottle’ moment."

Producer Info

Charles Krug, founded in 1861, is recognised as the birthplace of Napa Valley winemaking. Owned by the Mondavi family since 1943, the estate has become a benchmark for quality and innovation, now overseen by fourth-generation brothers Peter Jr. and Marc Mondavi. With deep roots in the region and a continued focus on meticulous vineyard work, Charles Krug is renowned for crafting expressive, world-class Napa Valley wines.

How it’s made:

  • Varieties: Bordeaux blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Night-picked from estate vineyards for optimal freshness and purity
  • Grapes benefit from long, even ripening thanks to warm days and cool nights
  • Fermented and aged in new French oak barrels
  • Matured for 22 months to build structure, complexity and depth

Good to know:

  • Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
  • Style: Red, still, full-bodied
  • Closure: Cork
  • Vegan: No
  • ABV: 15%
  • Vintage: 2018

Why we love it:

This exceptional Napa Valley red brings together intense berry fruit, velvety tannins and savoury complexity. It’s a standout Bordeaux-style blend with real pedigree, perfect for special occasions or cellaring for future enjoyment.

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