Bordeaux-style blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. All from Calistoga’s “Kenefick Ranch.” First impression of sweet toasty oak (75% new French oak aged) that swiftly melds into the dense, ripe dark berry fruitiness. Cherry compote/kirsch, boysenberries, blackberries. Then earthy truffle, black olive and musky cigar. Wonderfully complex. 90 cases made.

“Maquette”: A term familiar to co-owner Alan Peirson in his work as a sculptor. “Maquette” is the name given to a small three dimensional model made for a larger scale sculpture.

From the Outer Space Wines Newsletter on January 10, 2023:
The Peirson Meyer “Maquette” Napa Valley 2018 ($80/bottle) is 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc from a single vineyard on the northern end of Napa Valley. A strong introduction of oak (75% new French) swiftly melds with riipe summer berry basket, cherry compote, earthy truffle, black olive and cedar. Suave, persistent tannins and a multi-layered finish help make this a top-of-the-line Napa red blend, one that compares favorably to its peers fetching three figures. Only 90 cases made. Read about Robbie Meyer, owner and winemaker of Peirson Meyer.

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