2016 Blackbird Contrarian

Description

Winery Notes:

Expressive with savory notes of tobacco, cedar, coffee and black licorice, Contrarian is the most powerful of the Blackbird trio. Great density with hints of tobacco, cedar, plum,black cherry and black truffle. Contrarian boasts a rich and elegant texture on the mid palate and finishes with plush tannins, black truffle, tobacco, coffee and black currants.

Blend: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc, 1% Merlot Harvest: Fall 2016 Release: Spring 2019 Barrel Regime: 21 months in French oak barrels – 75% new, 25% seasoned Alcohol: 14.1 % Production :1100 cases Optimum Drinking: 2019 – 2035