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2015 Blackbird BlackMail Cabernet Franc
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BlackMail Members experience the essence of Napa Valley Cabernet Franc in this four barrel blend crafted by winemaker Aaron Pott. To experience this wine as a member of the flock is almost criminal...
"The 2015 BlackMail Cabernet Franc offers notes of violets, cedar, blueberry, tobacco, coffee, and licorice on the nose. The entry is initially supple with cocoa, bramble, savory herbs and cherry notes, finishing big with intense tannin and then rounding out softly." Winemaker, Aaron Pott
The 2015 BlackMail Cabernet Franc offers notes of violets, cedar, blueberry, tobacco, coffee, and licorice on the nose. The entry is initially supple with cocoa, bramble, savory herbs and cherry notes, finishing big with intense tannin and then rounding out softly.
| Blend | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Harvest | Fall 2015 |
| Release | Fall 2017 |
| Barrel Regime | 21 months in French Oak barrels - 50% new, 50% seasoned |
| Alcohol | 14.5 % |
| Production | 100 cases |
| Optimum Drinking | 2017 - 2027 |
| Release Price | $100.00 |
- • Qualify for "Pricing in Perpetuity" to lock in your price for life.
- • Ability to acquire exclusive Blackbird Vineyards library and BlackMail member-only wines.
- • Accelerated Bespoke Benefits Points accrual, redeemable for unique Bespoke experiences.
- • Complimentary portfolio tastings for up to six people.
- • Inclusive ground shipping on all orders.
Shipping Schedule
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Member shipments are automatically upgraded to temperature controlled shipping methods when temperatures are consistently above 85°F in your destination or along the transit route.
Pricing In Perpetuity
Through BlackMail membership, Pricing in Perpetuity is an opportunity for you to secure guaranteed pricing for life on your preferred Blackbird bottlings. Simply commit to any (or all) of the annual minimum membership purchases listed below and your price on the selected wines and quantities will be secured for the lifetime of your membership.
To participate in Pricing in Perpetuity, we invite you to become a BlackMail member. If you're already a member and meet the requirements, you will automatically be enrolled.
| *Wine Options | *Minimum Annual Quantity | *Guaranteed Bottle Pricing (as of January 2019) |
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| Illustration | 6 | $135 |
| Paramour | 6 | $135 |
| Contrarian | 6 | $135 |
| Arise | 12 | $58 |
| Dissonance | 24 | $32 |
| Arriviste | 24 | $28 |
*Applies to current vintage offerings only. Library wines excluded.
