Canvasback Cabernet 2016

If the label looks familiar to the point it reminds you of something, your right. This is a side project, if you like, brought to you by Duckhorn Winery in Napa.

This wine is part of a select portfolio of wines sourced from the Red Mountain district of Washington State with a reputation for producing exceptional Cabernet. What you’re getting is several decades of well-crafted experienced wine making and some of the finest grapes available in Washington State … at a fraction of the price.

This is a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc with a delightful mix of dark fruits, floral notes, chocolate and spices imploring you to take a sip. The palate is soft and silky that reflect depth, complexity and finesse revealing impressive layers of dark cherries, plum, rich red fruits and mocha drawing down on every grape varietal included. This is a really well put together wine with beautiful balance, a long finish and an aging potential of 2028 and beyond. An absolute pleasure to drink.  

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I've been in the wine business in both Australia and the US for over 25 years with experience in the retail and wholesale, import, winery management, and hospitality industries and have a passion for all things wine. During my career I've been involved in --Wine Selection and Purchasing --Cellar Stocking --Wine List Curating --Food Pairings --Wine Tastings --Winery Tours In addition I've written a monthly newsletter for 6 years, taught classes and now, a blogger. I'm a firm believer in the simple believe of good friends, good food and good wine! I also believe you don't need an event to open a great bottle of wine, the opening of a great bottle of wine is the event.

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