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2015 Round Pond Estate Proprietary Left Bank Blend

Estate: Round Pond Estate

Region: Rutherford, Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America



Tasting Note:April 29, 2018

Second wine on the second night of the cruise at Chops Grille. Deep and dark purplish ruby red. Rich nose with cinnamon, cassis, blackberries, anise and spices. Medium plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Well rounded with great structure and dark gravel, black raspberries, blackberries, and tons of cinnamon. Long and lingering finish.


This bottling is made up of 54% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Petit Verdot. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are co-fermented prior to all aging for 18 months in 60% new tight grained French oak barrels.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2027.

Rating:

93+ points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Release price is $85.00.


Tasting Note:April 4, 2018

Deep ruby red. Layered nose with vanilla, white pepper, floral, cassis, a little cocoa and truffles. Medium plus tannins (7/10) and medium plus to full bodied. Lush and smooth palate with dark cocoa, plums, black currants, and baking spices. Long finish.


This bottling is made up of 54% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Petit Verdot. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are co-fermented prior to all aging for 18 months in 60% new tight grained French oak barrels.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2026.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Release price is $85.00.