JD
97
Jeb Dunnuck
RP
94
Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
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Blankiet Prince of Hearts Napa Valley Red Blend 2018

6 units available online.
Product description

'Prince Of Hearts' Proprietary Red is a wonderful showing in this vintage. As this unwinds in the glass it releases inviting aromas of blackberries and creme de cassis which are laced with sweet violets, spices and crushed gravel nuances that all take shape beautifully. The palate is medium-plus bodied, with gorgeous velvety tannins and lovely overall finesse and balance through the finish. While this is a pleasure to approach in its youth, it should also go on to offer years of drinking pleasure as it evolves over the next decade and beyond.

97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

Checking in as close to an even split of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with around 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2018 Prince Of Hearts Red offers a stunning, Bordeaux-like nose of red and black currants, new leather, lead pencil, graphite, and bouquet garni. With medium to full-bodied richness, a seamless, elegant texture, classy background oak, and a great finish, this head turner has plenty of richness, yet it's the balance, purity, and texture that keep you coming back to the glass. Bravo!

94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2018 Prince of Hearts Paradise Hills Vineyard is composed of 48.8% Merlot, 48.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.7% Cabernet Franc and 1.2% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it comes bounding out of the glass with notes of black plum preserves, Morello cherries, black raspberries and redcurrant jelly with suggestions of cedar chest, menthol, pencil lead and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has great intensity with a real skip in its step, featuring bold, crunchy fruit and rounded tannins with seamless freshness and a fragrant finish.