Abreu Madrona Ranch 2012
Abreu Madrona Ranch 2012 is a dry, full-bodied red from Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot (Napa Valley, United States), in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity fresh; oak influence is little. Good with charcuterie, roast chicken, vegan food, steak. Listed at £775.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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Abreu Madrona Ranch 2012 is a full-bodied, single-vineyard, Bordeaux-style red wine from the Napa Valley of California. Madrona Ranch was purchased by David Abreu in 1980. The vineyard encompasses a wide variety of soil types, from red Aiken volcanic soil to white tufa to dark clay. Long-term Abreu winemaker Brad Grimes selects grapes meticulously and vinifies in small batches according to the terroir of particular sections of the vineyard. This offers greater options when blending and ensures a high level of complexity and balance in the final wines. On the 2012. "One of those rare, heavenly wines we’re lucky to be able to taste and drink, the 2012 Madrona Ranch is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon yet has a big chunk of Cabernet Franc (45%) and 6% Petit Verdot and 2% Merlot. It offers an incredible perfume of crème de cassis, spring flowers, liquid violets, spice and tobacco that continues to change and develop with time in the glass. Powerful and full-bodied, yet seamless and elegant, it has sweet, polished tannin, an opulent, weightless texture, and a finish that won’t quit." Jeb Dunnuck, 2017