Reason
While with family I have enjoyed this company’s Ménage et
Trios wine, which is a combination of three grapes. So while passing through
Napa I saw their vineyard and decided to pick up a bottle when I returned home.
Thoughts
This Cabernet is a simplistic, easy to enjoy cab that is
not overpowered with tannins. It has aged well, to appropriately balance out to
be a drink that accents the fruit, while presenting some of that stereotypical
Cab tastes. The wine tastes like it is a blend of Cabernet (80%), Merlot (15-20%), which may surprise some, but actually a wine can be
labeled a certain varietal from Napa if it contains at least 75% of a
particular grape variety. This combination makes this wine have a medium body
that can go well with cheese, and non spicy foods.
Napa, California
Color
Deep purple.
Aroma
While taking in this wine I enjoyed the scents of
blackberry, raspberry, and black pepper.
Taste
Like many wines, this one opens up over time. It started
out with the intense flavor of blackberry, plum, and raspberry. Then it will
turn into black currant, and spices. Finally resulting in a soft finish that
has hints of spice.
Pairing
Pairing
I made a Fillet Mignon (pan/oven) that was served medium
rare, over a balsamic vinaigrette red wine sauce, and topped with bleu cheese
butter. (Recipe to be posted soon)
Price
$24 ($13 with store discount)
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