Blackbird Vineyards - Contrarian 2016 (750ml)

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Producer	Blackbird Vineyards
Country	United States
Region	Oak Knoll District
Varietal	Cabernet Franc ,  Cabernet Sauvignon ,  Merlot
Vintage	2016
Sku	101019
Size	750ml
ABV	14.10%

 

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Starting with the 2016 Contrarian Proprietary Red Wine, this deep purple-colored effort checks in as 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc, and the balance Merlot. It offers plenty of classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon flair in its blue fruits, graphite, licorice, and mineral-laced aromas and flavors. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, has a straight, focused style, terrific purity, and building tannins. It's going to require 4-6 years of bottle age and will drink nicely for 15+ years or more. (1/2019)

93 points James Suckling

A juicy and rich red with lots of fruit and polished yet fine tannins. Medium to full body and tight, focused fruit. Delicious now. Why wait? (10/2018)

93 points Vinous

The 2016 Contrarian is a bold, powerful wine. Beams of Cabernet tannin give the 2016 its shape and overall feel. Sage, lavender, menthol, licorice, spice and leather add shades of nuance. Potent and also structured, the 2016 needs time in bottle to shed some of its tannin. Contrarian is Blackbird's Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine. (AG)  (12/2018)

90 points Wine Enthusiast

With a mild and soft entry, this blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc and 7% Merlot delights in its sharp tones of dark cherry and currant. The midpalate picks up complexity in its array of sage and clove seasoning. (VB) (11/2019)

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