Mac and Billy Cellars M Cabernet 2021 – Paso Robles.
This blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, 5% Merlot, 5% Petite Sirah comes from a collaboration of McPrice “Mac” Myers and Billy Grant- two heavy hitters from the Paso region, who believe in sun, soil, and grit to make great wine.
“M is a tribute to the mavericks; those who came before us, who farmed this area with grit and determination, and those who continue the legacy today with mettle and moxie.” Source: www.macandbilly.com
Rich enticing aromas of blackberry, chocolate, and blueberries with a hint of licorice, leather, and oak to balance things out. The palate is deep and rich and inviting with a plush appealing mouthfeel that coats from top to bottom. I warn you- this is way to easy to drink. Intertwined layers of blackberries, dark plum, and chocolate dominate with secondary layers of sweet oak, leather, olives, cooking herbs, and licorice. This remarkable mouthful of flavors is framed in fine grained tannins that results in wonderful balance,
with impress depth and complexity- all at a crazy price that screams OVER DELIVER!
Will cellar out to 2034 without a problem.
Food pairings should include Beef dishes, steak, big game- any dish with red meat will work, burgers with cheese, Roasted or Grilled Lamb, and Chicken Cacciatore.
Emblem Cabernet from Napa 2018
This wine is the latest offering from siblings Rob Mondavi Jr. and sister Dina Mondavi who collaborated to produce this blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Sirah, 5% Petit Verdot and is sourced from two vineyards in the heart of Napa. The Oso Vineyard is nestled between Sugarloaf and Howell Mountains, and the second is from a single vineyard located in Rutherford east of the Napa River extending to Conn Creek. Two impressive sites, to say the least.
This has all the trademarks of Napa Cab soured from two great vineyards, with old world charm, rich mouthfeel, and a side serving of elegance … without the traditional Napa price tag.
Aromas of blackberries, currents, black cherries, and spices will entice you to take a sip. Savor the moment, let it breath, then take a sip. Afterall, drinking wine is all about enjoying it, not rushing it.
The palate delivers all the blackberries, dark cherries, and black currents from the nose with additional layers of dark chocolate mocha, spices with just a hint of plum and earthy notes on a long-refined finish. A well put together wine displaying balance, with depth & complexity, that will show further improvement with cellaring out to 2030.
Same food pairings as above: Beef dishes, steak, big game- any dish with red meat will work, burgers with cheese, Roasted or Grilled Lamb.
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