Description
Mosquito Fleet Winery 2012 Horse Heaven Hills Petit Verdot
Columbia Valley, Washington ABV: 13.7%
WE - 90 (2010)
WINERY DESCRIPTION:
Petit Verdot, which translates to small green, doesn't sound like a a thick skinned red grape that would produce a huge, tannic wine. In Bordeaux, it's used to add tannins, color, and 'backbone' when blended with Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Washington Petit Verdot is being used, for the most part, in the same way. However, there are about a dozen wineries that are making it as a single varietal. Mosquito Fleet's is an excellent example of how to make this grape shine! Blended with 10% Merlot and 5% Cab Franc, it is deep purple with a rich, spicy nose of blackberry, cherry, cassis and roses. the palate is savory with flavors of juicy black plum, cherries, licorice, mushroom, and a hint of black pepper. Known for its gripping tannins, this Petit Verdot is surprisingly smooth with a lingering finish and great balance.
Mosquito Fleet Winery is located on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula in downtown Belfair, Washington at the tip of the Hood Canal. They produce both Bordeaux and Rhone blends as well as a Port from the traditional Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz grapes.
ACCOLADES:
Silver - 2011 Cab - 2014 Capital Food and Wine Festival Wine Competition
Gold - 2012 Cabernet Franc - 2015 Capital Food and Wine Festival Wine Competition
SUGESSTED PAIRINGS:
Risotto with Bell Pepper Ragu, Rosemary Peppercorn-crusted Pork Loin, Meatball Sandwich, Braised Beef Short Ribs, Lamb Burgers, Grilled Portobello Sandwich, Roasted Duck Breast with Blackberries, Grilled Steak with Salsa Verde, Really Dark Chocolate
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Ingredients
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