Reserve 2020
92 Points, James Suckling
Tasting notes
Wine
This wine begins with a blueberry note on the nose, quickly followed by black cherries and plums. Hints of black pepper and licorice complement the fruit flavors. Caramel and vanilla combine for a smooth palate and the mellow tannins and acidity add a lingering finish. This young wine should mature 5-15 years.
* 100% Estate Grown Fruit from the Middleburg Virginia AVA
Production
The 2020 vintage at Boxwood yields a chance for another Reserve blend, following the stellar harvest of 2019. Individual barrels from several different lots and clones of Merlot, Cavernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon were selected for this wine as a result of vigorous tasting and blending trial. The original winemaking protocol used for the wines mirrored all of our red wine lots.
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Varietal Composition | 42% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon // 100% Estate Grown Fruit |
| Appellation | Middleburg Virginia AVA |
| Vineyard | Boxwood Estate |
| Alcohol | 13.50% |
| Wine Style | Bordeaux Blend |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 350 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | Virginia |
92 Points, James Suckling
A fine elegant red with some bitter lemon rind character. It's medium- to light-bodied with polished tannins and a fresh finish. Delicate at the end. Better to drink now, but can age.
-JamesSuckling.com
