2010 ARISE
Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine
"The 2010 Arise exudes perfumes of cherry, blackberry, tobacco, and vanilla. Upon entry, the soft mouthfeel reveals flavors of black cherry, truffle, and subtle black olive which unfold into a succulent finish. The 2010 Napa Valley grape growing season presented fickle weather conditions due to the relatively cool spring coupled with unexpected heat spikes in late summer. The outcome was a lower-yielding harvest that produced supple wines with European-style texture and great complexity."
— Winemaker, Aaron Pott
| Blend | 61% Merlot 20% Cabernet Sauvignon 19% Cabernet Franc |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Fall 2010 |
| Release | Fall 2012 |
| Barrel Regime | 21 months in French Oak barrels - 50% new, 50% seasoned |
| pH | 3.78 |
| Total Acidity | 0.61 |
| Alcohol | 14.8% |
| Production | 2,867 cases |
| Optimum Drinking | 2012 - 2022 |
| Retail Price | $50 per 750ml bottle |
The Vineyards
Each wine in the portfolio is a true example of Blackbird's ongoing commitment to quality by partnering with a selection of Napa Valley's most prestigious vineyards.
Blackbird Vineyard - Located in the Oak Knoll District, Blackbird's estate vineyard, with clay soils underlaid by gravel, is an ideal site for Merlot. The region's cool nights preserve acidity in the fruit, providing natural balance.
Hudson Vineyard - Perched on a rolling hillside in the cool climate of Carneros, the Hudson Vineyard is a high-quality fruit source for Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Stagecoach Vineyard - Atop the Vaca Mountains south of Pritchard Hill, the rocky, volcanic terroir of the Stagecoach Vineyard produces intense Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Crocker & Starr Vineyard - The Crocker & Starr Vineyard's deep pocket of well-drained gravel creates aromatic Cabernet Franc with impressive structure and finesse.
Every artist needs a muse...
Arise is the most aspiring wine in the Blackbird Vineyards repertoire. Harvested, vinified, and barrel aged with an identical commitment to quality and excellence as our principal wines, every vintage of this sister label Bordeaux-inspired blend is hand-tuned to express the luscious flavor profiles and lithe structure that only come from exceptional fruit. Arise captures the essence of Napa Valley.
Vintage Notes: 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 
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