2017 The Arsonist Red Blend
2017 The Arsonist Red Blend
Description
Tasting Notes
The 2017 Arsonist Red Blend is our left of center take on the classic Bordeaux blend. Anchored by Petit Verdot this robust red has loads of earthy leather and brambly fruit in the bouquet. The blend of three powerhouse reds delivers broad flavors of plum, blackberry, mocha and vanilla; barrel aging adds a nice dose of oak and a grip of tannin. The finish lingers with boysenberry and barrel spice.Production Notes
Petit Verdot (53%): The backbone of The Arsonist Red Blend, this thick-skinned grape yields concentrated, tannic wines with lots of color. Aged properly, Petit Verdot rounds out to develop rich, thick, full-structured wines. The Petit Verdot for this blend is from three of the Matchbook Estate Vineyards in the Dunnigan Hills: Richie Ranch, Gemmer and Lederer. Malbec (24%): This deeply colored grape contributes inky dark color, tannins and flavors of plum and dark chocolate to the blend. The Malbec in the 2017 Arsonist Red Blend adds to the richness of the mid-palate and is entirely from Matchbook Estate’s Gemmer vineyard. Cabernet Sauvignon (23%): A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon from Sweetwater in Chalk Hill, Salley Vine Vineyard in Alexander Valley and Gemmer vineyard in Dunnigan Hills adds length and depth to The Arsonist Red Blend. Due to its thick skin, Cabernet Sauvignon develops deep blue hues of black fruit with big tannins that allow the blend to develop and age well over the years.Pairings
This full-flavored red calls for a thick steak or a big prime rib.| Vintage | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Bold Red Wine |
| Varietal | Premium Red Blend |
| Varietal Composition | 53% Petit Verdot 24% Malbec 23% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Appellation | California |
| PH | 3.78 |
| Tannin | 6.57 g/L |
| Alcohol % | 13.9 |
| Size | 750 ml |