Subscribe to RSSYorkville Cellars 2006 Richard the Lion-Heart/ Mendocino County
Richard the Lion-Heart is carefully blended, using the very best barrels of Yorkville’s certified organic estate grown grapes. The 2006 vintage includes six varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Carmenere. This is very likely the only estate grown, California wine blended made with all six of the traditional noble red grape varietals originally from the Bordeaux area of western France.
Review
A very unique blend of all six of the original noble red grapes of the Bordeaux area, like its name, it is fit for a king. The nose draws you in with layers of rich, ripe aromas including raspberry, blackberry, plum, blueberry, notes of oak, a touch of mocha, and a smoky highlight. The palate conveys a stirring blend of ripe dark fruit, with hints of chocolate, oak, and herbs. Incredibly smooth and elegant, this is truly a wine to savor.
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Author: JasonBarlow
An alumni of Sonoma State University, being in the heart of wine country only furthered the fascination and appreciation Jason had for the majestic drink. Now, as FBWorld.com’s wine editor, he hopes to convince people who claim to not like wine that they simply haven’t tried the right bottle yet. He also does not understand why more twenty-somethings don’t drink wine and wants to promote their appreciation for the stuff.
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