![]() Beautifully balanced and elegant on the palate, vibrant acidity and polished tannins give way to a concentrated core of black cherry, vanilla, and cedar. The 2019 Yettalil opens with aromas of fresh blackberry, ripe plum, and racy cassis layered with hints of violet, bay leaf, and thyme. There’s a juicy core which is persistent from the approach through to the finish.Ĭlos Du Val Yettalil is a Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec On the palate, the fruit dominates and offers hints of dried crushed herbs, black pepper, and freshly pressed espresso. The nose is a swirl of dark red fruits, baking spice, and sandalwood. 2019 Checkerboard Kings Row is a complex wine showcasing the Bordeaux varietals grown in the Aurora Vineyard. The remaining six acres are planted in a deep gravely mix of white volcanic ash and chips of decomposed Rhyolite that were washed down from the steep, rocky crags of Diamond Mountain above. Six acres are planted in the knoll’s rich, volcanic soils that are riddled with basalt cobble and loamy clay. The knoll projects off the mountainside, giving the vineyard full southern exposure, open light from the east and west, and protection from Napa Valley’s summer fog. He also destems this, fruit.Ĭheckerboard Kings Row Red is made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot.Ģ019 Checkerboard Kings Row is produced from grapes grown in the Aurora Vineyard which is located in a small valley midway up Diamond Mountain on a large knoll at an elevation of 1,200 feet. Leighton, K Vintners and Wines of Substance labels. Inerestingly, Leighton keeps this wine on its skin for "only" 35 days, which is actually less than many of his other red wines under the B. This very long, savory Wine is stil a bit folded in on itself and will quire patience. An element of peppery vinosity contrioutes to the impression of firmness, as do the tight tannins. Dense, sweet and surprisingly supple on the plate but,with a touch of inkiness to its broad blackcurrant, blackberry, licorice and graphite flavors. Inky blackberry, licorice and menthol on the slightly portiike nase. Need I say more? Drink up, buttercup.īright ruby-red. It continues with black raspberry, ocean breeze, orange zest and a touch of fresh herbs. ![]() Vibrant, beautiful and tantalizes the senses with violets, black cassis, pipe tobacco and forest floor. Dry on the palate, silky tannins and minerality are balanced by strawberry and orange zest flavors.ī Leighton Petit Verdot is made from 100 percent Petit Verdot.ĭark and brooding. Women like Martha Washington, Pearl Bailey, and Ella Fitzgerald.Ĭameo Rosé offers aromas of raspberry, strawberry, and peach. A variety of cultures and eras have been curated to share recollections of the fearless, passionate ways each woman lived so that a case of wine will contain twelve different individuals to celebrate. The story of the suffrage movement in Virginia is an important part of the collective history. Each bottle has a label depicting one of the chosen women, who’s contributions range from historic, business, entertainment, politics, and wine. ![]() Cameo Rosé honors 12 of Virginia’s most influential women. Raise a glass and toast the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment. This idea sparked another movement to celebrate through wine, and Cameo seemed a perfect way to commemorate the milestone moment in history.Ĭameo Wine Collection was created to highlight women in Virginia, and the memorable events that have unfolded in the Commonwealth that lead to the movement to secure women’s right to vote. ![]() A portion of the wine’s proceeds were donated to museums and events that would contribute to tourism in the Commonwealth and foster a broader understanding of Virginia’s cultures and cuisines. In 2019, Chris Pearmund worked with sixteen Virginia wineries to create a blended wine with grapes from each participating vineyard to commemorate the 400th Anniversary of Winemaking in Virginia.
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