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4.5

Blackbird Vineyards Illustration

Blackbird Vineyards
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$134.99
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionNapa
Alcohol Level
Country
United States
SubregionOak Knoll District
Drinking Window
GrapesMerlotCabernet Franc
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.
Pros:
  • Powerful style with intense fruit concentration
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Cons:
  • Small-scale production limits availability

User Rating:

4.4
Sometimes Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.5

Wine Expert Note:

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.
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