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 Winery: Bootleg

Grapes: Shiraz/Syrah · Cabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Zinfandel · Petit Verdot

Region: Napa Valley

Regional styles: Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend

Food pairing: Beef · Lamb · Game (deer, venison) · Poultry

Alcohol: 15 %

Composed of 46% Syrah, 39% Merlot, 13% Petite Sirah, 1% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2014 Red Blend features a medium to deep garnet-purple color and lovely kirsch, crushed black berries and red currants nose with touches of black pepper, baking spices and garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate gives lovely fresh, juicy red and black fruits with peppery undertones and nice rounded tannins, finishing on a spicy note. 6,010 cases produced.