Barboursville Octagon Red Blend Monticello – 2019 (750ml)

94 points James Suckling“A perfumed nose of spiced cherry, sliced plum, cardamom, clove and suede. Medium-to full-bodied with silky tannins. Concentrated but not overdone, with a array of nicely ripened red fruit and berries washing very the palate. Subtle length here with the fruit lingering on the palate for a long time. Lovely spicy complexity. Drink or hold.”92 points Editor’s Choice Wine EnthusiastDark garnet in the glass opens up with dark fruits of black cherries, sun-dried tomatoes and dried parsley. The palate brings those plus some hints of celery leaf. Integrated tannins make for a wine that can be drunk now or held for years to come. Craig Chamberlain Made from a blend of Merlot 62%, Cabernet Franc 34%, Petit Verdot 4%.
Winemaker’s Notes:Attractive deep garnet color, elegant aromas of blueberry, black currant, fresh flowers and dry herbs, the structure expresses medium body, silky tannins and a cool, refined finish. Drinkable now, yet with a long future and evolution in the mouthfeel and aromatic profile . It is very reminiscent of the stellar Octagon 2009 from a vintage considered by many Virginia winemakers as “the perfect one”.