WINE DESCRIPTION
Chimney Rock Elevage is a premium red wine produced by Chimney Rock Winery, located in the Stags Leap District appellation of Napa Valley. The vineyard features volcanic soils and a unique microclimate that allows for optimal grape ripening. The winemaking process involves hand-harvesting and sorting the grapes, followed by fermentation in small batches and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, with a rich and complex flavor profile that showcases dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes. Chimney Rock Elevage is a luxurious and elegant wine that is perfect for special occasions or as a gift for wine enthusiasts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot from Chimney Rock showcases the best of Napa Valley.Rich, dark and powerful, it offers aromas of dark fruit, cassis, vanilla, mocha and tobacco, followed by layers of ripe, juicy blackberry and currant fruit, licorice, milk chocolate and spice. The tannins are ripe and balanced, and the long finish is full of flavor. This is a powerful, complex and delicious wine that will age gracefully.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Chimney Rock
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
4.3
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