NV Meadowcroft Anniversary Cuvée, USA, California, Napa, Wine Review

This is a non-vintage blend. It was bottled in 2016. Although it carries a Napa Valley designation, as it is mostly Mt. Veeder grapes, it has grapes from all over California. A blend of 41% Cabernet Sauvignon,36% Cabernet Franc, and 23% Merlot. Purple in color. The nose has a mushroom note to it along with black cherry fruit and baking spices. Warm. On the palate, this is medium bodied. Light tannins. Nice black cherry fruit. Some depth. Easy drinking. This probably should be consumed in the next five to seven years. It will work well with stews and casseroles.

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B+

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$52.00USD

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