The Arsonist Red Blend 2018

This is the Matchbook “Left of Center” twist on a Bordeaux blend: 52% Petit Verdot, 26% Malbec and 22% Cabernet Sauvignon.

90 points from Wine Spectator: “. . . juicy, dense cherry and boysenberry flavors at the core. Plenty of harmony on the finish.”

Tasting Notes

The 2018 Arsonist Red Blend is our left of center take on the classic Bordeaux blend. Anchored by Petit Verdot the grace of the wine shows in an elegant bouquet of plum, raspberry and mocha. The blend of three powerhouse reds delivers full flavors of blackberry, cherry, chocolate and pepper spice; barrel aging adds a nice dose of vanilla oak. The finish lingers with dark fruit flavors, herbs and old-fashioned saddle leather.