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WINEMAKER: Aaron Pott PRESIDENT: Paul Leary FOUNDER: Michael Polenske

2014 NAP A VA LLEY The 2014 BlackMail Cabernet Sauvignon boasts notes of black currant, truffle, bay leaves, black cherry, espresso and vanilla. With an intense entry, this wine exudes flavors of rich dark fruits, sweet herbs and cracked black pepper. It finishes with great length and bold tannins.

HARVEST: Fall 2014

RELEASE: Fall 2016 BARREL REGIME: 21 months in French barrels - 50% new, 50% seasoned

ALCOHOL: 14.5%

PRODUCTION: 100 cases

OPTIMUM DRINKING: 2016 - 2026

RANSOM: $100

V INEYARD S Each wine in the portfolio is a true example of Blackbird’s ongoing commitment to quality by partnering with a selection of Napa Valley’s most prestigious .

Ballard - Located on Spring Mountain, cool weather prevails at Ballard Vineyard with smaller diurnal changes. Fairly cool nights and higher elevations help maintain good acidity.

Hudson Vineyard - Perched on a rolling hillside in the cool climate of Carneros, the Hudson Vineyard is a high-quality fruit source for , , and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Stagecoach Vineyard - Atop the Vaca Mountains south of Pritchard Hill, the rocky, volcanic terroir of the Stagecoach Vineyard produces intense Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

BlackMail Members experience the essence of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon in this four barrel blend crafted by winemaker Aaron Pott. To experience this wine as a member of the flock is almost criminal...

The wine is credible – not contrived

Blackbird Vineyards 1330 Oak Knoll Avenue, Napa, CA 94558 707.252.4444 tel • 707.252.9999 fax www.blackmailwines.com