Blackbird Vineyards Illustration Proprietary Red 2012

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Varietal

Region

Producer

Vintage
2012

Size
750ML

ABV
14.7%

Features
Collectible

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Somm Note

Winemaker Notes

Illustration represents the core – the heart – of Blackbird Vineyards. Every element of Blackbird's multi-faceted wineportfolio draws inspiration from this singular, Pomerol-inspired Merlot. It is an undiluted illustration of the passion, timeand concentration invested in creating elegant, multi-layered wines. Illustration challenges the notion that Cabernet Sauvignon is the only age-worthy red wine crafted in Napa Valley.

Professional Ratings

  • 91
    A Merlot-dominated cuvee (75%-80% Merlot), the 2012 Proprietary Red Illustration is a sexy, chocolatey style of wine offering notes of ink, kirsch and black fruits. Lush, medium-bodied, deep, sensual and hedonistic, it can be drunk over the next 7-8 years.
  • 90
    A solid red with plum, mahogany, and chocolate character. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. A blend of 64% merlot, 34% cabernet franc, and 2% cabernet sauvignon. Drink now.

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Blackbird Vineyards

Blackbird Vineyards

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Blackbird Vineyards, California
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Blackbird Vineyards is an artisanal producer of Bordeaux-inspired wines from Napa Valley. Crafted by esteemed winemaker Aaron Pott, each wine in the portfolio is a true example of Blackbird’s ongoing commitment to quality and diversity of terroir by partnering with a selection of Napa Valley’s most prestigious vineyards. These include sites in high altitudes of Spring Mountain and Atlas Peak, the alluvial terrain of Saint Helena and the Oak Knoll district in Napa, and the cool climates of Carneros.  

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One of the world’s most classic and popular styles of red wine, Bordeaux-inspired blends have spread from their homeland in France to nearly every corner of the New World. Typically based on either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot and supported by Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, the best of these are densely hued, fragrant, full of fruit and boast a structure that begs for cellar time. Somm Secret—Blends from Bordeaux are generally earthier compared to those from the New World, which tend to be fruit-dominant.

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As one of Napa’s coolest sub-appellations, the area begs for diversity among its vineyards. Merlot and Chardonnay firmly compete with Cabernet Sauvignon for a place here. Some of Napa’s best Zinfandels also come from the Oak Knoll District.

Situated far in Napa’s southern end, Oak Knoll receives a strong cooling influence from both the San Pablo Bay and the Pacific Coast’s evening fog and breezes. Summer days are warm but on average ten degrees cooler than in St. Helena farther north up the valley; summer nights are chilly. A long growing season promotes for leisurely ripening of grape berries, resulting in an impressive balance of sugars, phenols and acidity.

Notable producers include Trefethen, one of the appellation’s oldest wineries, Robert Biale, legendary Zinfandel producer and Lewis Cellars, a family-run, hands-on establishment.

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