Sunday, February 25, 2024

Wine Tasting: 2/25

 




CHALKBOARD


This bottle came from the Vintage Cellar in Blacksburg. I went in hunting for a 10 dollar bottle with a nice full body for a chilly winter day and I was recommended this. Chalkboard is a 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from California produced by Chalkboard Vineyards

What others said: 

Blackberries and cherries are complemented by subtly toasted herbs. Supple and well-textured on the palate with ripe tannins and plenty of fruit on the lingering finish. A tasty, juicy California cabernet sauvignon and an incredible value! - Josh Hull, Chairman’s Selection® wine buyer from Fine Wine & Good Spirits

What I thought:

A nice fruity and bold red. Smelled red fruit with a little hint of cinnamon. Full bodied with medium tannin but not too mouth puckeringly dry or acidic. A long finish with nice spices at the end. Wine Folly describes California Cabernet Sauvignon to taste like black currant, blackberry, pencil lead, tobacco and mint. I didn't get any pencil lead with this bottle though!



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