Markham
Napa Valley, California
A wine that gives back, "The Altruist" is made by a veteran with an annual commitment to supporting other veterans
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Markham
The Altruist Red Blend
The 2017 Markham Vineyard's sustainably made, The Altruist, is a "right bank" Bordeaux-style red blend that allows the velvety Merlot flavors to shine. With a varietal composition of 68% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc. Predominately estate-grown, the 40th vintage saw perfect harvest weather and incredible quality. Crafted by Markham Winemaker Kimberley Nicholls, "The Altruist" label features the Markham Cannoneer. As a US Navy veteran, founder Bruce Markham depicted a cannoneer from a treasured bronze sculpture on his first Markham Vineyards label in 1978. It is a symbol that stands for the people, land, and values that make up Markham's past and present.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MEABOUT THIS WINE
Markham
The Altruist Red Blend
The 2017 Markham Vineyard's sustainably made, The Altruist, is a "right bank" Bordeaux-style red blend that allows the velvety Merlot flavors to shine. With a varietal composition of 68% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc. Predominately estate-grown, the 40th vintage saw perfect harvest weather and incredible quality. Crafted by Markham Winemaker Kimberley Nicholls, "The Altruist" label features the Markham Cannoneer. As a US Navy veteran, founder Bruce Markham depicted a cannoneer from a treasured bronze sculpture on his first Markham Vineyards label in 1978. It is a symbol that stands for the people, land, and values that make up Markham's past and present.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME
WINE REGION:
Napa Valley
Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.
WINE REGION
Napa Valley
Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Herbed Pork, Pomegranate-Citrus Duck Breast, Rack of Lamb
Pairs well with…
Herbed Pork, Pomegranate-Citrus Duck Breast, Rack of Lamb
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Herbed Pork, Pomegranate-Citrus Duck Breast, Rack of Lamb
Pairs well with…
Herbed Pork, Pomegranate-Citrus Duck Breast, Rack of Lamb
TASTING NOTES:
Plum
Vanilla
Cherry
With 15 months of French & American oak aging, the opulent notes of cherry and plum jam are layered with aromas of cola, vanilla, and toast.
TASTING NOTES
Plum
Vanilla
Cherry
With 15 months of French & American oak aging, the opulent notes of cherry and plum jam are layered with aromas of cola, vanilla, and toast.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Markham
Markham honors the heritage of this remarkable winegrowing region with every grape grown, every wine bottled, every sip savored. From decades of sustainable farming to long, unapologetic fascination with Merlot, they celebrate the adventurous spirit of Napa while embracing the unique voice of the land. Each of their wines is a nuanced expression of the region's character, born of the soil and nurtured with respect for yesterday's successes and a passion for tomorrow's discoveries. Markham's Napa Valley properties encompass 350 acres of vineyard that are located in several of the area's most fertile growing regions, most notably the areas that border Mt. St. Helena around the Calistoga, Yountville, and Oak Knoll communities.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Markham
Markham honors the heritage of this remarkable winegrowing region with every grape grown, every wine bottled, every sip savored. From decades of sustainable farming to long, unapologetic fascination with Merlot, they celebrate the adventurous spirit of Napa while embracing the unique voice of the land. Each of their wines is a nuanced expression of the region's character, born of the soil and nurtured with respect for yesterday's successes and a passion for tomorrow's discoveries. Markham's Napa Valley properties encompass 350 acres of vineyard that are located in several of the area's most fertile growing regions, most notably the areas that border Mt. St. Helena around the Calistoga, Yountville, and Oak Knoll communities.