Napa Valley, California, United StatesThis is a surprising Napa cabernet in more ways than one. On one hand, it's a more traditional style that doesn't chase ripeness or fear herbaceousness, as exemplified by its bright red currant fruit and dried herbs. On the other hand, it shows a glimpse of Napa's potential future. Wineries are exploring alternatives to cabernet as temperatures continue to rise year after year, and in this case, small components of touriga nacional and petit sirah are incorporated into the blend. The end result is a wine that is fresh, food friendly, and frankly just delicious. Recommended.Tasted: 24 September 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$45.99
750ml
private wine shops
AB
$29.00
750ml
private wine shop
Producer: Beaulieu VineyardsDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Grape: Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 393926UPC: 080696096426
Napa Valley, California, United StatesIf you think that Napa Valey is a sleepy place taste this 2015 BV cabernet. Let me know if you can tell that it contains five percent touriga nacional, four percent petite sirah and one percent of mixed other grapes. Surprised, yeah? So was I. The effect is quite compelling, clipping off the fat Napa swell of fruit and flesh, lending this wine more complexity and style than you might imagine for the price. This is Rutheford from its fine, dusty tannins to its black cherry, and black raspberry, and I like the overall structure and acidity. Floral, mineral notes help lift the back end. You could cellar this through 2023 and beyond, or serve now with grilled meat. Well made from a fine vintage.Tasted: 02 November 2019Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$45.99
750ml
private wine shops
AB
$29.00
750ml
private wine shop
Producer: Beaulieu VineyardsDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Grape: Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 393926UPC: 080696096426
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