Black Powder 'All Blacks' Proprietary Red '22

This Bordeaux-style blend from Napa's eastern foothills pours an inky purple-black. The nose explodes with layers of blackberry liqueur, graphite, and roasted espresso with subtle violet undertones. The palate achieves near-perfect balance - massive flavors of blueberry compote, bitter chocolate, and smoked game are matched by polished tannins and vibrant acidity (6.0 g/L TA) that earned 97-99 point scores. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot aged 20 months in new French oak, this 15.5% alcohol wine finishes with a kaleidoscope of fruit and mineral elements. Approachable now with extended decanting but built for 25+ years of evolution - the 2022 vintage represents a new benchmark for Napa blends.