Well happy Saturday, and since this is the first Saturday of the month it's also Cellar Saturday, that magical day when I raid the cellar for something at least a decade in the making. Tonight, I've opened a bottle that although it was harvested 14 years ago, has been in my cellar for less than two weeks! The 2010 Tiedmann Signature Series Napa Valley Red Wine is a new one for me, as after doing some sleuthing on the web, I learned that this wine was made by or for a local resident who would source wines from Napa and either blend them himself or have them made and bottled. Unfortunately, I also learned that this person passed away in 2022, but somehow I managed to find a few bottles of the 2010 vintage at my local wine store, so let's see what this wine has to offer!
Although a blend, this wine has the classic look of a Napa Valley Cabernet, inky black at the center and bright garnet along the edges. A gentle swirl of the glass reveals aromas of leather, blackberry and cassis, reminiscent of a university library. The first sip is a wonderful blend of blueberry, blackberry and currant with undertones of sweetness that transition easily to some earthy notes of basalt and black tea midpalate. The tannins are velvety smooth, providing for a lengthy and very dry finish that lingers until you take another sip.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's just a pleasant drinking blend from a local guy in Elkhart, Indiana with a passion for making great wine. This wine would pair well with a range of dishes, from barbecue and fajitas, to roast lamb or grilled steak. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with a rare, pan seared prime filet topped with béarnaise and served with oven roasted purple potatoes and bacon roasted Brussels sprouts. Cheers!
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