Blackbird Vineyards

Contrarian Red Bordeaux Blend

9.27 ratings

-no pro ratings

Napa Valley, California, USA

Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese

Top Notes For

9.3

Big and bold! Merlot heavy. Lots of Jam, vanilla and brown sugar notes... needs more time to grow.

Big and bold! Merlot heavy. Lots of Jam, vanilla and brown sugar notes... needs more time to grow.

Jun 30th, 2017

9.2

3 hour decant, dark fruits and a velvety texture. Loving the right bank inspired blend.

3 hour decant, dark fruits and a velvety texture. Loving the right bank inspired blend.

Feb 10th, 2017

9.0

Nothing but good things to say about this bottle.

Nothing but good things to say about this bottle.

Nov 17th, 2016

9.2

Good now but wait 5-7 years

Good now but wait 5-7 years

Oct 19th, 2016

9.2

I liked the Contrarian more than the Illustration.

I liked the Contrarian more than the Illustration.

Aug 20th, 2016

9.2

Sarah had this 5 years ago

Sarah had this 5 years ago

Dec 10th, 2020

9.2

Peggy had this 9 years ago

Peggy had this 9 years ago

Jul 5th, 2016