Brandlin Estate, Mount Veeder – Napa Valley (California) “Estate Cuvée” 2021 ($75)

Jan 15, 2025

By Rich Cook
Wine label

This blend carries a high percentage of Petit Verdot, and it is a great choice as it adds a host of violet, graphite and dark fruit character that plays well off the herbal aromas and flavors of the usually more dominant grapes in a Bordeaux styled blend. It’s got some serious backbone, so consider aging this a few years before digging in. It will be worth the wait. Contains 37% Cabernet Franc, 37% Petit Verdot, 23 Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot.
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Country / Region

California

Appellation

Mount Veeder - Napa Valley

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2021

Score

93

Price

US $ 75

Producer

Brandlin Estate