Dalla Valle Collina - Napa Valley - Red - 2019 :

 

Dalla Valle Collina: A Pedigree Oakville Red Bordeaux Blend

The Collina is the esteemed second wine from Napa Valley's Dalla Valle Vineyards, a producer famed for its hillside Cabernet Sauvignon in the prestigious Oakville AVA. This wine is a masterful Bordeaux-style blend, typically featuring Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, offering a taste of the estate's pedigree at an earlier stage. It showcases the distinctive, dense, and highly polished style achieved by winemaker Maya Dalla Valle and consultant Michel Rolland.

Tasting Notes (Sommelier Profile)

• Appearance: A deep, inky red with a vibrant edge.
• Aromatics: An energetic and refined bouquet of black fruits, cedar, vanilla bean, and a hint of flint/graphite, reflecting the hillside terroir.
• Palate: The texture is polished and elegant. The tannins are present but sleek and well-integrated, supporting a core of concentrated blackcurrant and boysenberry fruit. The wine is wonderfully vibrant, offering both accessibility in its youth and the massive structure required for graceful bottle age.

Pairing & Service

A wine of this stature is perfectly suited for a traditional Sunday lunch or a special occasion. Its structure complements rich meats, particularly lamb and beef.

• Service: Recommended to decant for one hour. Serve slightly below room temperature.
• Style: Deep Full Bodied Red Wine with great aging potential.

Napa Valley 2019
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