Enjoy the aromas of dark cherry, cocoa, and oak toast expertly integrated into the nose of this blend with a moderately tannic texture on the palate which frames flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spices and a touch of good acidity to keep it well balanced. Its complexity grows as your sip and leaves a lingering finish.
The fruit for this blend is sourced from both our Block House and Mill Race Vineyards in the Yountville appellation of Napa Valley. Block House is a 292-acre
vineyard that contains 14 different varietals. This vineyard tends to benefit from the cooling winds originating from San Pablo Bay.
The row orientation for this vineyard is Northeast-Southwest. Chockablock utilizes Malbec, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon from Block House. Mill Race is a 35.57-acre vineyard located across the Napa River from Block House. The Cabernet Sauvignon planted at this vineyard is also incorporated into this blend. The growing degree days accumulated by Mill Race are typically 10% higher than at Block House. Mill Race also has a North-South row orientation, exposing the fruit to more sunlight, resulting in a different style of Cabernet Sauvignon compared to Block House.
Pairs well with Braised lamb shank with mint sauce and rustic potatoes, it will complement it beautifully.