Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Review: Blackbird 2017 'Arise' Bordeaux Blend ($50)

Blackbird Arise RedIt's not cheap, but as Napa Cab or Bordeaux-style blends go, this is a screaming value. You could compare it to Cain V, but it's much cleaner and precise. The nose is positively perfumed with berries, tarragon, and anise notes, and the wine is seamless and harmonious on the palate, fresh, juicy and complex with blueberry, raspberry and black currant fruit and a little bit of excellent, well-seasoned French oak. Beautifully blended by winemaker Aaron Pott. (93 Points)

- Tim Teichgraeber

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