Blankiet
Blankiet Cabernet Sauvignon (Paradise Hills Vineyard)
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
3.8
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Blankiet Cabernet Sauvignon (Paradise Hills Vineyard) is a highly regarded red wine produced by Blankiet Estate in the Napa Valley AVA of California. This wine is made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the Paradise Hills vineyard, which is situated on a steep hillside at an elevation of 400 to 800 feet and benefits from the region's unique soils and climate. The wine is aged in oak barrels, resulting in a wine with rich aromas of dark fruit, chocolate, and espresso, with a hint of tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm tannins and a long, complex finish. This wine is a perfect representation of the high-quality Cabernet Sauvignons being produced in the Napa Valley and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a powerful and opulent wine with great aging potential.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Blankiet Cabernet Sauvignon (Paradise Hills Vineyard) offers an enticing nose of ripe blackberry, cassis, and allspice, along with hints of sweet tobacco and licorice.On the palate, the wine is lush and full-bodied, with intense layers of cherry and blackberry, as well as a hint of dark chocolate, cedar, and leather. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, leading to a long, persistent finish. This is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon that shows excellent complexity and depth.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
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2048
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Blankiet
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
3.8
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