Blackbird Arise Red

Description

The 2014 Arise entices with aromas of black currant, freshly-picked summer blackberries, cedar stick, and roasted clove. With flavors of licorice, pipe tobacco, Bing cherry, and nutty fig, this wine has a richly layered mid-palate that is complimented by soft texture, good density, and a long, lingering finish.VINEYARDS Each wine in the portfolio is a true example of Blackbirds ongoing commitment to quality by partnering with a selection of Napa Valleys most prestigious vineyards.Blackbird Vineyard – Located in the Oak Knoll District, Blackbirds estate vineyard, with clay soils underlaid by gravel, is an ideal site for Merlot. The regions cool nights preserve acidity in the fruit, providing natural balance.Hudson Vineyard – Perched on a rolling hillside in the cool climate of Carneros, the Hudson Vineyard is a high-quality fruit source for Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.Stagecoach Vineyard – Atop the Vaca Mountains south of Pritchard Hill, the rocky, volcanic terroir of the Stagecoach Vineyard produces intense Merlot and Cabernet Franc.Crocker & Starr Vineyard – The Crocker & Starr Vineyards deep pocket of well-drained gravel creates aromatic Cabernet Franc with impressive structure and finesse.Harvested, vinified, and aged with an identical commitment to quality as our principal wines, this classic Napa blend comprised of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon expresses luscious flavors that can only come from exceptional fruit. – Blackbird Vineyards