2013 Blackbird Arise
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These proprietary wines tend to be various blends of Bordeaux varietals, with the 2013 Proprietary Red Arise a blend of 55% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc. The wine, which comes from multiple vineyards such as the Stagecoach and Crocker vineyards, offers up loads of earthy, dusty notes, a touch of herbaceousness, cocoa, black cherry and berry fruit, honeyed, lively fruit, decent acidity and a long finish. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.
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Robert Parker
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The Merlot-based 2013 Arise, Blackbird's entry-level wine, is dark, voluptuous and juicy. Dark red and blue fruit , violets, lavender and spices round out the succulent, open-knit finish. Drink this delicious red over the next few years.