2015 RESERVE RED BLEND 1.5L
$285
Beautifully layered aromas of ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and cassis meld with savory notes of white pepper, cardamom, and complex sandalwood and rosemary. Seamlessly dense cassis and dark berries lead to a rich, full palate that is round with juicy, fleshy dark fruit. The smooth tannins are integrated and deftly woven. The wine is bright and well balanced with a graciously powerful character that finishes with long, bold, and intense flavors.
BLEND
84% Cabernet Sauvignon
12% Malbec
4% Petit Verdot
Aroma
Ripe Blackberry
Dark Cherry
Cassis
White Pepper
TASTING NOTES
Dense Cassis
Dark Berries
Cardamom
Sandalwood
Rosemary
About Our Vineyards
Our three ranches on Mount Veeder bask in the clear mountain sunshine high above Napa Valley. Estate ranches range in altitude from 1,000 to 1,600 feet in elevation to provide diverse microclimates for a wide variety of growing conditions and fruit profiles. All of the key Bordeaux grapes prosper, keeping with the tradition of being the first vineyard in California planted to all five Bordeaux varieties.
Awards & Accolades
Wine Spectator
A light menthol note weaves around a lush core of mulled plum and blackberry fruit flavors, while warm anise and tar details fill in through the grippy finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Best from 2021 through 2035. 730 cases made.
J.M. - Wine Spectator, 2019
James Suckling
Lots of dark plums, morello cherries, chocolate-studded blackberry cake and some ash undertones. The palate is dark-fruited with dusty tannins, pretty acidity and a chew finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, malbec and petit verdot. Drink in 2020.
James Suckling - jamessuckling.com, May 23, 2018