Winemaker Notes
This wine is an elegant and feminine expression of the Farella Vineyard with aromas of cherry blossom, blackberry, cassis, fresh fig, plum, and tar. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Professional Ratings
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Jeb Dunnuck
Based on two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and one-third Merlot, the 2017 Red Blend Alta reveals a deep plum/purple hue as well as attractive notes of spiced red and black fruits, dried tobacco, and loamy earth. Well-balanced, with ripe tannins, good purity of fruit, and outstanding length, it's a rock-solid, outstanding 2017 with lots to love.
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.
Situated in the southeastern corner of Napa Valley in the Vaca range, the vineyards of the Coombsville AVA enjoy a long growing season mitigated by cool, San Pablo Bay fog.