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Blackbird Vineyards Illustration - 2006(W-1137)

Blackbird Vineyards Illustration
Fresh, Fruity Smooth & Elegant

Winery Story

After a successful career in financial services Michael Polenske followed his palate to Napa Valley. Now the owner of Blackbird Vineyards, P... (more...)olenske's found success again with his acclaimed Merlot-based blend. Blackbird Vineyards encompasses 10 acres of mostly dry farmed vines in the Oak Knoll district of Napa. Its highly allocated wines are made by the talented Sarah Gott of Joseph Phelps and Quintessa.

Tasting Note

Dark ruby red in color, this blend of predominantly Merlot offers aromas of ripe plum, mocha, and violets that carry over beautifully onto t... (more...)he palate. Concentrated black fruit flavors give way to dense, yet integrated tannins. The wine's finish reveals a noticeable acidity and depth to allow for longevity.

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August 10, 2009
Deep dark blackberry currant white pepper and notes of chocolate and layers of complexity and an amazing mouth feel. This truly tastes like a flagship napa cab blend, and is worth the big price tag. I enjoyed it at The Corner in SF with an awesome short ribs dish.


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