Clos du Bois 2004 Marlstone - Bordeaux Blends Red Wine

Red Wine by Clos du Bois from Sonoma County, California. Blend: 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot 4% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc Marlstone is a blend of choice lots of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot selected by Eric Olsen from throughout the Alexander Valley. The production of Marlstone is restricted to ensure the wine fully expresses Erik's vision for this special blend. This year the grapes were harvested between mid-September and late October at an average of 24.5 degrees Brix. The 2004 Marlstone has a deep Bing cherry color and aromas of ripe red fruit, plums, blackberries, mocha, nutmeg and chocolate. It's an opulent red, velvety in the mouth, with dense plum, blackberry, blueberry, mineral and spice flavors finishing with superlative balance and hints of cedar and vanilla.