Matchbook Wine Co.

The Arsonist California Petit Verdot Blend

8.9326 ratings
8.924 pro ratings
California, USA
Petit Verdot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Baking Spices, Exotic Spices, Chicken, Herbs, Turkey, Onion, Soft Cheese, Duck, Beans & Peas
Top Notes For
Sharon B

Deep purple in color, medium bodied. 52% petit Verdot, 26% Malbec, 22% Cab. Nice blend of blackberry and plum. A little earthy on the nose but has a smooth finish with slight tannins. A bit peppery.

Deep purple in color, medium bodied. 52% petit Verdot, 26% Malbec, 22% Cab. Nice blend of blackberry and plum. A little earthy on the nose but has a smooth finish with slight tannins. A bit peppery.

Apr 7th, 2019
Sipping Fine Wine

Blend 52% Petit Verdot, 26% Malbec & 22% Cab Sauv, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits with notes of black pepper. On the palate flavors of blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum with cacao, leather and pepper. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with cedar, vanilla and black fruits. Good value.

Blend 52% Petit Verdot, 26% Malbec & 22% Cab Sauv, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits with notes of black pepper. On the palate flavors of blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum with cacao, leather and pepper. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with cedar, vanilla and black fruits. Good value.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 2nd, 2022
Oscar Rosales

Dark, strong, dry, ... good red

Dark, strong, dry, ... good red

1 person found it helpfulAug 8th, 2017
James Gourley

This wine was a bit disjointed. Some decent fruit and tannins but it lacked a harmonious overarching theme. Paired fairly well with a steak.

This wine was a bit disjointed. Some decent fruit and tannins but it lacked a harmonious overarching theme. Paired fairly well with a steak.

1 person found it helpfulJul 11th, 2017
Matt Sterr

28 months in new and used oak. Inky and dark, plush and mouth filling. Well made.

28 months in new and used oak. Inky and dark, plush and mouth filling. Well made.

1 person found it helpfulSep 12th, 2016
Geoff Troup

Sales Eder Brothers, Cellar Fine Wines

9.0

Ugly Petit Verdot dominating this tannic blend. Black, candied berry demands some attention amidst grimy, heavily extracted dryness.

Ugly Petit Verdot dominating this tannic blend. Black, candied berry demands some attention amidst grimy, heavily extracted dryness.

Jun 17th, 2017
Brian Boulden

Beautiful rich wine. Touch of pepper in the finish. Black cherry overtones. A wine worth the price by a long shot

Beautiful rich wine. Touch of pepper in the finish. Black cherry overtones. A wine worth the price by a long shot

Apr 16th, 2016
Randy Fuller

The 52% Petit Verdot comes from Matchbook’s Dunnigan Hills estate vineyard, the 24% Cabernet Sauvignon is taken mostly from Sonoma County’s Chalk Hills area, while the 24% Merlot hails from Lake County. Production was 2,878 cases, the wine hits an alcohol mark of
13.8% abv and retail pricing is $22.
The nose is big and fruity, with a dark, spicy smoke on it. A fruit-forward palate follows, with notes of sage, anise, coffee and a bit of graphite. Nice tannic grip means fire up the grill, and the finish sings of blackberry and nutmeg.

The 52% Petit Verdot comes from Matchbook’s Dunnigan Hills estate vineyard, the 24% Cabernet Sauvignon is taken mostly from Sonoma County’s Chalk Hills area, while the 24% Merlot hails from Lake County. Production was 2,878 cases, the wine hits an alcohol mark of
13.8% abv and retail pricing is $22.
The nose is big and fruity, with a dark, spicy smoke on it. A fruit-forward palate follows, with notes of sage, anise, coffee and a bit of graphite. Nice tannic grip means fire up the grill, and the finish sings of blackberry and nutmeg.

Nov 19th, 2015
Wineshout 💀

Toasted chocolate covered cherries that took a quick dip in the fire. Let 'er open up a bit and there's some added intrigue for the nose. The tannins approach chewiness but remain on the tame side of that traverse.

A balanced blend that's very approachable. In the glass, it's a deep dark robe thanks to the petit verdot that makes up over half of this blend. Cab Sauv and Merlot make up the other half.

Toasted chocolate covered cherries that took a quick dip in the fire. Let 'er open up a bit and there's some added intrigue for the nose. The tannins approach chewiness but remain on the tame side of that traverse.

A balanced blend that's very approachable. In the glass, it's a deep dark robe thanks to the petit verdot that makes up over half of this blend. Cab Sauv and Merlot make up the other half.

Nov 18th, 2015
Dave Kempa

Tannic, bold blend. 52% Petit Verdot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot

Tannic, bold blend. 52% Petit Verdot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot

Sep 4th, 2015