This Merlot-based blend is inspired by its Bordeaux namesake and Materra's vines proximity to the Napa riverside. Opaque Ruby in color, with a nose bursting with red fruit hints at the concentrated flavors to come. Initial notes of black cherry, ripe plums, and black tea, with hints of spicy oak and vanilla on the palate. The mouthfeel is very plush and powerful with soft, silky tannins. The Cabernet Franc element is more noticeable in the finish, with its characteristic blueberry flavor and bold, long lasting tannins.
Blend: 91% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon