It’s all about Persistence!
I finally broke into my first bottle of Napa wine from the last trip and it’s a bottle of 2005 Persistence from Reynolds Family Winery. This is a unique blend of Cab Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc, Syrah, Petite Verdot that brings some complexity and fullness to the wine.
Typically, I will throw the bottle in my decanter, but this is by the glass tonight. I let it breathe for about 20 minutes before i started enjoying my glass, but I did try a sip here and there to see how it opened up. There is a bit of woodiness to the fragrance with a touch of vanilla.
I will have to admit that I’m not the most knowledgable connoisseur, but what I can tell you is the it is a little tanic on the pallet at first sip, but mellows out on the swallow, which is something that I enjoy. It’s not to overwhelming and is a great stand alone wine to enjoy while relaxing.
Sometimes I hate living on the east coast!
I give it 3.5 out of 5…. um. corks? Help me out here!
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