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Blackbird Vineyards

Blackbird Vineyards Illustration

United States, Napa

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.4

Sometimes Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Blackbird Vineyards Illustration is the premium red wine produced by Blackbird Vineyards, a renowned winery located in the Napa Valley region of California. The wine is made from a blend of carefully selected Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes sourced from some of the finest vineyards in the region. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a wine that is rich, complex, and full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, spice, and oak. Overall, Blackbird Vineyards Illustration is a must-try wine for anyone looking for a premium Napa Valley Merlot focused wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Blackbird Vineyards Illustration makes a statement about the quality potential of Merlot in a region dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon.The immense concentration of fruit rivals that of Cabernet Sauvignon but the body is very different. Full and lush with a velvety texture this is smoother than Cabernet Sauvignon can be. A must for drinkers of powerful, yet soft, wines over the next 10 years.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Smooth

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Merlot

Cabernet Franc

ORIGINS

Winery: Blackbird Vineyards

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.4

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