Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Hudson Vineyards |
Vintage | 2018 |
Country | United States |
Region | Napa Valley |
Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Stock | 8 |
The 2018 Phoenix is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc and was aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, 80% new. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the nose is redolent of warm plums, black cherries and black raspberries with suggestions of garrigue, menthol, pencil lead and roses. Medium-bodied, velvety and with great freshness, the palate delivers vibrant, crunchy fruit and a good long, mineral-tinged finish. 1,110 cases were made.
Refined and well-structured, with pure-tasting dried red fruit and savory spice flavors that feature fresh acidity. Dried green herbal accents linger into the minerally finish. Merlot and Cabernet Franc.