2022 Rendezvous

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2022 Rendezvous
2022 Rendezvous

Appearance:

  • Color: Deep purple with ruby edges, indicating concentration and depth. The Malbec and Petit Verdot contribute to the wine’s intensity of color.

Aroma (Nose):

  • Fruit: A rich, inviting nose with a mix of ripe blackberries, plum, and blueberry from the Malbec and Merlot, alongside brighter red fruit like raspberry and cherry from the Cabernet Franc.
  • Floral & Herbal: Subtle violet notes (from Petit Verdot) and delicate herbal nuances like sage, thyme, and perhaps a touch of tobacco from the Cabernet Franc.
  • Spice & Oak: Underlying hints of vanilla, cedar, and a light toast from oak aging, with a touch of baking spices such as cinnamon and clove.

Palate:

  • Body: Medium to full-bodied, with a rounded, silky texture, primarily due to the Merlot’s softness.
  • Fruit: The fruit profile showcases a harmonious blend of black plum, blueberries, and black cherry from the Malbec and Merlot, with a peppery and slightly more structured edge from the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
  • Tannins: Soft, velvety tannins (from Merlot) balanced by the more robust, fine-grained tannins from Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, giving the wine structure without overwhelming the palate.
  • Acidity: Moderate acidity, offering freshness and balance to the richness of the fruit.
  • Oak Influence: Integrated oak flavors of vanilla, dark chocolate, and sweet spice blend seamlessly into the fruit, without overpowering the natural characteristics of the blend.

Finish:

  • Length: Long, lingering finish with notes of dark berries, mocha, and a slight earthiness or graphite quality, typical of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
  • The wine leaves a pleasant balance of dark fruit and subtle spice.

Aging Potential:

  • This wine could be enjoyed now for its rich, juicy fruit but also has the potential to age for 5-8 years due to the structure provided by the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Food Pairing:

  • Excellent with roasted lamb, grilled beef, or even earthy mushroom dishes. The wine's complexity also pairs well with rich pasta dishes, especially those with a tomato or truffle-based sauce.

This blend from San Miguel, CA, likely reflects the warm climate of the region, producing ripe, concentrated fruit with balanced acidity.

Body: Medium to full-bodied, with a rounded, silky texture, primarily due to the Merlot’s softness.

Fruit: The fruit profile showcases a harmonious blend of black plumblueberries, and black cherry from the Malbec and Merlot, with a peppery and slightly more structured edge from the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Tannins: Soft, velvety tannins (from Merlot) balanced by the more robust, fine-grained tannins from Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, giving the wine structure without overwhelming the palate.

Acidity: Moderate acidity, offering freshness and balance to the richness of the fruit.

Oak Influence: Integrated oak flavors of vanilladark chocolate, and sweet spice blend seamlessly into the fruit, without overpowering the natural characteristics of the blend.

 

45% Malbec 35% Merlot 18% Cab Franc 2% Petit Verdot

Vintage2018
Varietal CompositionMalbec - 62%
Petit Verdot - 26%
Merlot - 12%
AppellationPaso Robles
VineyardSwiss Collina/Bon Niche
Alcohol14.01%
Volume750 ml
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