Our 2006 Estate Bradford Meritage is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, all grown on our estate vineyards in Rutherford. A wine distinctive from both our Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it shows aromas of black licorice and blackberry on the nose, with additional cherry, mocha, and coco flavors present on the palate. Twenty-four months of barrel aging in French oak have helped produce a flavorful, full-bodied wine with balanced tannins for a long, lingering finish. Our Bradford Meritage drinks beautifully now, and should continue to age well for an additional seven to nine years.
| Vintage: |
2006 |
| Wine Type: |
Red Wine |
| Varietal: |
Meritage |
| Varietal Composition: |
| 57% |
Cabernet Sauvignon |
| 26% |
Merlot |
| 10% |
Petit Verdot |
| 7% |
Cabernet Franc |
| Appellation: |
Rutherford |
| Barrel Aging: |
| 24 Months |
| 100% |
French Oak |
| Ageability: |
7-9 years |
| Alcohol %: |
14.1 |
| WERating: |
90 |