Wine Advisor
Bond Estates, Quella 2015
Description
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Lisa Perrotti-Brown
This 2015 wine was a barrel sample, although the final blend has been done. It is due to be bottled in February 2018. The deep purple-black colored 2015 Quella is scented of warm blackcurrants, blackberry pie and wild blueberries with hints of dusty soil, dried leaves and crushed stones plus a hint of scorched earth. Full-bodied with lovely, fine-grained tannins and just enough freshness, the fruit is earthy/mineral-laced and beautifully restrained, finishing long and savory.
Reviewed by: Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Bottled in early 2018, the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Quella gives aromas of blackcurrants, black cherries and mulberries with touches of tobacco, new leather, iron ore and truffles plus a hint of tree back. The palate is full-bodied, muscular and laden with earth and mineral layers, finishing with persistent savory notes.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The Quella is somber and brooding in 2015. Dark cherry, plum smoke, tobacco, leather, spice and scorched earth give the 2015 distinctive baritone inflections. There is quite a bit of density and textural resonance, but at the same time, the Quella is not particularly expressive. Perhaps bottling has affected the Quella more than it has the other wines in the range, as it was quite showy from barrel. I have seen Quella go through a period of reticence after bottling, so I won't be at all surprised if all it needs is time.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2015 Quella is another superb wine from the BOND team. Lavender, plum, spice, crushed rocks and savory herbs give the 2015 much of its sheer appeal. Deeply pitched mineral notes add tension and energy throughout. The Quella is another wine where all the elements are simply in the right place. The 2015 is an especially gorgeous Quella.
About the Producer
Bond is a premium winery located in The Western Hills of Oakville in the Napa Valley appellation of California, USA. Bond was founded by H. William Harlan, the word Bond being derived from Harlan's mother's family name. Bond currently has around 18.2 hectares of vineyards. The winemaking team has spent 25 years of their experience selecting the five vineyards with the most Napa Valley terroir and potential from over 80 vineyards, namely Melbury, St. Eden, Vecina, Quella and Pluribus. Pluribus.) These vineyards, which range from 2.82 to 4.45 hectares each, provide the foundation for the wines of Château de Bond. Cabernet Sauvignon is the main grape variety grown at Château Bond. With the motto "one philosophy, one team, one logo", the vineyards are selected with great care and attention to detail to produce wines that reflect the excellent terroir of the Napa Valley. Named after five vineyards, each of the five wines is distinctive in style and character. From the fruity jumpy Melbury to the full-bodied Plaribas, each has a surprisingly distinctive personality and a lingering aftertaste. Bond currently produces Bond Vecina (Napa Valley, USA), Bond Melbury (Napa Valley, USA), Bond St. Eden (Napa Valley, USA), Bond Quella ( Bond Quella, Napa Valley, USA) and the secondary red wine, Bond Matriarch, Napa Valley, USA.