Bordeaux Red Blends from California

Winemaker Notes

The 2018 Arsonist Red Blend is Matchbook’s left of center take on the classic Bordeaux blend. Anchored by Petit Verdot the grace of the wine shows in an elegant bouquet of plum, raspberry and mocha. The blend of three powerhouse reds delivers full flavors of blackberry, cherry, chocolate and pepper spice; barrel aging adds a nice dose of vanilla oak. The finish lingers with dark fruit flavors, herbs and old-fashioned saddle leather.

Wine Spectator – 90 Points

Aromatic, offering a compelling mix of cardamom, palo santo, iron, cedar, vanilla and campfire notes, with juicy dense cherry and boysenberry flavors at the core. Plenty of harmony on the finish.

Food Pairing 

Pairs well with grilled lamb chops or a well-marbled rib-eye steak.