Tonight is... 2005 Newton Napa Valley Claret; the blend is Cabernet Sauvignon 47%, Merlot 41%, Cabernet Franc 4%, Petit Verdot 4%, Syrah 4%. FYI, claret is basically another word for Bordeaux blend (a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.) I think it was around $19 - don't recall where I got it.
Decided we should try this after loving their 2005 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon, which was outstanding, but is more in the $50 range.
Solid wine - nice blend - all the right grapes, that's for sure. Big and bold, but not a palate crusher. A bit musty and earthy on the nose. But very easy to drink. Medium finish. Dark fruit and earthy with a little hint of spice. A fairly typical Napa blend. Good tannin, but again, not overwhelming. Really solid wine, but missing that "wow" factor. But good! Oh wine, why do you confuse me so.
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