Bv Tapestry Reserve Napa Valley 2005

Tapestry Reserve was created so that Beaulieu Vineyards, with their prime Napa Estate vineyard land and experienced winemaking team, could produce a world class Caberent-based Bordeaux blend. The 2005 Tapestry is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, Malbec 2% and 2% Petit Verdot. Grapes were hand picked at optimal maturity and crushed into stainless steel fermenting tanks. Fermentation lasted 7-10 days, with peak juice temperatures reaching 85°F. The must was gently pumped over/punched down 2-3 times per day to carefully extract aroma and flavor components. read more...Pressed at dryness, the individual vineyard lots were transferred to barrels for malolactic fermentation and extended aging. The wine is aged 20 months in French, American and European oak barrels, 60% new.Classic black-ruby color typical of this blend. Ripe, brambly, coffee and black cherry aromas showcase the varietal, while black olive and dark cocoa scents suggest the wine’s Rutherford origin. Medium full-body and firm structure dominant, with the cherry-plum and herb Merlot adding nuance in the finish. Chewy tannins, fine minerality, with vanilla oak-spice adding an elegant touch of sweetness. Wine Advocate Vintage Rating: 95<small>not sponsored by or affiliated with The Wine Spectator or The Wine Advocate</></small>    (hide)

April 2009

Backordered. Due in Oct. 30th, reserve yours today!!

Tapestry Reserve was created so that Beaulieu Vineyards, with their prime Napa Estate vineyard land and experienced winemaking team, could produce a world class Caberent-based Bordeaux blend. The 2005 Tapestry is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, Malbec 2% and 2% Petit Verdot. Grapes were hand picked at optimal maturity and crushed into stainless steel fermenting tanks. Fermentation lasted 7-10 days. The wine is aged 20 months in French, American and European oak barrels, 60% new. Wine Enthusiast read more...Magazine scored it 92 points and said "A blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, the ’05 Tapestry is a soft, rich wine. It’s full-bodied and satiny in red and black cherry, currant, anise and cocoa flavors. Immediately appealing, it should develop well over the next 6–8 years."

Wine Advocate Vintage Rating: 95

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October 2009

Elegant wine! Let it open up/decant. Currants immediately on palate, berries on nose. Hides its' 14.5% EtOH well. Perfect with hearty winter food.

October 2009

Tapestry Reserve was created so that Beaulieu Vineyards, with their prime Napa Estate vineyard land and experienced winemaking team, could produce a world class Caberent-based Bordeaux blend. The 2005 Tapestry is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, Malbec 2% and 2% Petit Verdot. Grapes were hand picked at optimal maturity and crushed into stainless steel fermenting tanks. Fermentation lasted 7-10 days. The wine is aged 20 months in French, American and European oak barrels, 60% new. Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored it 92 points and said "A blend of all five read more...Bordeaux varieties, the ’05 Tapestry is a soft, rich wine. It’s full-bodied and satiny in red and black cherry, currant, anise and cocoa flavors. Immediately appealing, it should develop well over the next 6–8 years."

Wine Advocate Vintage Rating: 95

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November 2009

I think this is a wonderful wine. So soft and velvety. Several layers but dark berries and currants dominate on the nose with a little bit of vanilla and light spices. Love the fullness and depth, but not overly fruity. WAY too easy to drink! :-) I agree with the suggestion to decant. It's great out of the bottle, but even better after a half hour.

November 2009