Tannat is a lesser-known variety from the Madiran region in southwest France and more recently in Uruguay. This 2016 vintage is another hearty version but has more restraint with the tannins than previous vintages, which should allow for approachability a little sooner. Abundant aromas of ripe berries along with smokiness lead the way to flavors of blackberries and dark chocolate on the palate. The wine is held together with great structure, ample acidity and a full body that finishes smooth with a spicy note.
Cabernet Franc is often used for blending, however it also makes a great varietal wine in Virginia. This medium-bodied wine is fruit forward with flavors of black cherry, blueberry and subtle oak notes. It is balanced by refined tannins and ample acidity, which allows it to be good on its own or with a variety of foods.
This variety has become one of the leading varietal wines for Virginia and important to the identity of the region. This Petit Verdot has a deep Garnet color and aromatics of blackberry with a subtle underlying violet floral note. This full-bodied wine has ample but well-rounded tannins and balanced acidity. This highlights the black fruit components of blackberry and plum and also compliments the baking spice flavors on the finish.
A structured Bordeaux blend that starts out with jammy fruit notes and finishes with a touch of sour cherries. The fine grain tannins and good acidity, along with abundant red fruit components make for an approachable, yet complex wine with remarkable balance.
"Historically, our Meritage is comprised of the best selections of our Bordeaux varietals, and aged in our highest quality oak. My main goal when blending our Meritage is to make a wine that is approachable in youth, yet age worthy. A wine like this has a broad appeal to a variety of palates. It is meant to be shared over good conversation, great food, and with family and friends." -Rob Cox, Head Wine Maker
This 2015 Meritage is an age-worthy, full bodied, and complex wine with an exquisitely balanced tannin structure. It features well-integrated aromas and flavors of brioche, raspberry, vanilla and a touch of cigar box.
34% Petit Verdot | 24% Cabernet Sauvignon | 22% Merlot | 20% Cabernet Franc
This full bodied Bordeaux blend gives way to aromas of red fruits and baking spices. The well integrated tannins, balanced by the acidity abundant red fruit components make for an approachable, yet complex wine with a velvety mouthfeel.
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Aromas of dark fruit notes are highlighted by baking spice and accentuated on the palate by flavors black cherry and blueberry. This well-balanced wine has good acidity and medium body with even tannic structure and a smooth finish.
The Real American Grape® was first cultivated in Richmond, VA in 1830. Norton has the highest concentration of Antioxidants in any red grape, and it is “the healthiest wine you can drink”! This heavier-bodied dark-colored wine has jammy blackberry notes, vibrant acidity and finishes with a subtle smokiness.
