Castello di Amorosa 2012 La Castellana Red (Napa Valley)

Country: US / La Castellana
Variety: Red Blend California
Winery: Castello di Amorosa / Napa Valley

Tightly woven tannins mark this blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Sangiovese and 9% Merlot. From there, it’s a story of soft leather, black tar and rich, velvety blackberry, given 20 months in large French oak barrels. More time in bottle should help make friends of the disparate elements; drink through 2020.