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The Bird

2014 Mendocino County Red Blend

Idlewild The Bird is an exquisite red blend from the picturesque Mendocino County, showcasing an enchanting balance of flavors and aromas. This 2014 vintage boasts a medium-bodied profile, making it beautifully expressive yet approachable. Its lively acidity adds a refreshing lift, harmonizing perfectly with the wine's prominent fruit intensity, which reveals luscious notes of ripe red berries intertwined with subtle hints of spice. The tannins are notable, providing a firm structure that enhances the wine's complexity without overpowering the palate. This harmonious blend delivers a delightful experience, making it an excellent companion for a variety of culinary delights.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


North Coast
North Coast

The North Coast AVA is a vast "super region" covering three million acres of prime land north of San Francisco. It encompasses the famous wine counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino, as well as Lake, Marin and Solano. While most wines from these counties are made under one of the prestigious regional AVAs, winemakers can also blend grapes from different counties. In this way, they create wines that show off the quality of the entire region and are not limited to specific terroirs. Common varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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