Estate grown here in Paradise, Cabernet Franc is quickly becoming the staple red wine of Virginia. This wine has an earthy mineral characteristic with a great mouth feel. Fruity aromas of cherry and vanilla are balanced by spicy flavors of black pepper and tobacco.
The wine has a smooth tannin structure with flavors of dried cherry, cranberry and subtle vanilla notes. Bottling the wine unfined and unfiltered doesn’t strip any character from the wine, allowing for a depth of flavor and smoothness on the finish.
Mélange, the french word for "blend", is a medium-bodied Bordeaux blend with aromas of red fruits and baking spices. The well integrated tannins, balanced by the abundant red fruit components make for an approachable, yet complex wine.
"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
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.
Tannat is a lesser known variety from the Madiran region in southwest France. This 2013 vintage is entirely from our Williams Gap Vineyard and is designate on the label. Abundant with the aromas and flavors of plums, black cherries, and blackberries, the wine envelops the palate with good structure and body.
