Blackbird Vineyards Arise 2016 ABV:14.1% - United States with a rich fruity palate

with a rich fruity palate ending with a good length

Matured for 14 - 16 months in French oak barriques (less than 10 per cent new)

and cabernet

Opening with lifted steely

From Roda's estate on the northern bank of the Duero

Blackbird Vineyards Arise 2016 ABV:14.1% - United States with a rich fruity palate55% Merlot; 25% Cabernet Franc; 17% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Petit Verdot. 21 months in French Oak barrels, 50% new. Arise is lively and fruity with aromas of plum, nutmeg, vanilla, blackberry and coffee. Juicy notes awaken the palate with flavours of cherry and cola on first sip. A beautiful, medium bodied wine with bright ripe cherry, plum and blackberries on the mid palate. Finishes with coffee and strawberry with nice length.