Larkmead Firebelle (scuffed label) 2012

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Larkmead Firebelle (scuffed label) 2012 Front Label
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Vintage
2012

Size
750ML

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Winemaker Notes

Upon first breath, the wine casts a demure and reticent aroma profile that is so polished that when it does reveal its secondary notes of petit fleur and red fruit, it does so in an extremely elegant fashion. The aromas of thick, ripe plum skin and blackcurrants never tip the scale towards hedonism; instead, the wine begins to reveal an almost Syrah like wisp of violets and a Pinot Noir like hint of rose petals.

The palate opens with the unmistakable darker side of Merlot, eschewing the grape’s typical generosity for a more serious and potentially powerful wine. Before you have a chance to evaluate the Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet’s secondary roles on the palate, the wine’s youthful tannins stretch the wine’s core leaving behind a dusting of earthy spice and savory character. The pure, compact palate begs for cellaring and evaluation over time.

Blend: 54% Merlot, 21% Malbec, 13% Petit Verdot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon

Professional Ratings

  • 96
    Living up to its barrel tasting notes, the 2012 Proprietary Red Firebelle (54% Merlot, 21% Malbec, 13% Petit Verdot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon) was aged 18 months in 62% French oak. Sweet blackcurrant, blackberry, licorice, chocolate and loamy soil notes are followed by a savory, expansive, opulent, dense yet approachable and exuberant wine. It is best consumed over the next 12-15 years.
  • 94
    This is about half merlot with malbec and cabernet franc. A velvety yet fresh red with plum, currant and berry character. Full body, round tannins, and a crisp finish. Fantastic finish. Love the texture.

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Larkmead, California
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Larkmead Vineyards dates back to the late 1800s, is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2020, and has been owned by the SolarI/Baker family since 1948. The historic Larkmead Estate is composed of 150 acres contiguous to the winery with 110 planted to Bordeaux varieties. The true character of Larkmead and its unique wines are a direct result of the topography, climate, and the exceptional geology of the soils. Larkmead manages the dramatic variation in soil types In order to maximize fruit and subsequent wine quality, which creates a diversified flavor profile. Larkmead is 100% Estate fruit; it is therefore imperative that the land is treated as an ecosystem with all factors interrelated and focus on long term soil health. Larkmead is always seeking environmentally sound, long term solutions that promote the natural expression of their vineyards, resulting in wine that is unique in its purity, texture, and complexity.
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Undoubtedly proving its merit over and over, Napa Valley is a now a leading force in the world of prestigious red wine regions. Though Cabernet Sauvignon dominates Napa Valley, other red varieties certainly thrive here. Important but often overlooked include Merlot and other Bordeaux varieties well-regarded on their own as well as for their blending capacities. Very old vine Zinfandel represents an important historical stronghold for the region and Pinot noir is produced in the cooler southern parts, close to the San Pablo Bay.

Perfectly situated running north to south, the valley acts as a corridor, pulling cool, moist air up from the San Pablo Bay in the evenings during the hot days of the growing season, which leads to even and slow grape ripening. Furthermore the valley claims over 100 soil variations including layers of volcanic, gravel, sand and silt—a combination excellent for world-class red wine production.

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