2020 Red Wine, 750ml, 13.5%

At Quady North, we specialize in small lots of Viognier, Syrah and Cabernet Franc from select sites in Southern Oregon’s Rogue and Applegate Valleys.  So what do you do when you produce an outstanding barrel of Merlot?  Not that this wine is Merlot… This is 56% Cabernet Franc, 11% Malbec, and with another red variety blended in..  Aromas of cedar plank and chocolate lead to a velvety texture framed with enough tannic structure to go the distance. 

A house favorite, this wine tells the story of a winemaker who stopped worrying and learned to love Merlot.  Judicious additions of Malbec and Cabernet Franc do much to help the cause.  The result is a delicious, but approachable Bordeaux blend that will age well and accompany substantial dishes.