Blackbird’s Arise is a Merlot dominant blend and it shows off the strengths of the varietal. Too often an underused voice in the orchestra, the Merlot here grounds the blend with a mouth-filling velvet texture which is layered with enough brightness to keep the wine feeling fresh on the palate. This is a more-or-less entry-level...
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YES, this opulent new release actually tastes like ‘velvet’…or at least what we would imagine red crushed velvet should taste like! Full-throttle flavors include crème de cassis, blueberry, Christmas spice with lightly toasted oak plus a hint of melted dark chocolate perfectly integrated into a seamlessly elegant and plushy texture. The galaxy of flavors on...
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Deep garnet-purple colored, this remarkable gem offers up gorgeous wild blueberries, crushed blackcurrants and redcurrant notes with touches of lavender, violets, and stargazer lilies on the bouquet. The full-bodied palate is harmonious and animated with ripe, grainy tannins and wonderful depth, finishing majestically with exotic spices. You are immediately taken by the fineness of the...
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This new 2015 release launches forth with alluring notes of mocha and currants with hints of savory herbs and black truffles.
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Gorgeous aromas of pear, grapefruit, orange blossom and lemon zest open up on the palate to include white peach, kiwi and melon notes with a lush, lip-smacking texture.
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On the palate the wine has a big silky mouth feel, well balanced, with flavors of berries, fruit, cocoa, cassis, and spice, and a long spicy finish.
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The palate offers an almost unreal texture as the fruit gains depth and the ripe nectarine flavors are carried by its lovely texture and pronounced oak.
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Launching forth with a striking bouquet of blood orange and spiced apple fruits, this tremendous new effort includes notes of honeysuckle and citrus oil with delightful accents of creamy oak on the finish that lasts a full 30 seconds.
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The captivating bouquet displays stunning aromas of violets, cassis, caramel and cocoa.
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This vintage is beautifully balanced with complex notes of opulent black fruit, dark chocolate, roasted espresso beans, and hints of sage and fennel on the delightfully satisfying finish.
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