Bordeaux Red Blends Sonoma County, Alexander Valley, California
Originally, Marlstone was a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Other Bordeaux varieties — Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc — have been introduced over the years The varietal makeup of the blend differs from vintage to vintage. For the 2003 vintage, Winemaker Erik Olsen selected a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot.
This wine’s inky, deep, ruby color promises intensity and depth. Its generous nose reveals layers of aromas: from black cherry, vanilla, toasted oak and cedar to nutmeg, cinnamon, blackberry and notes of violet and sweet tobacco. Ultra-rich and round, this powerful, generous wine offers up ripe blackberry and black licorice flavors on the palate and a lasting, memorable finish.
Price: from $45.00 to $60.00
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