Blackbird Vineyards

Paramour Red Bordeaux Blend

9.3199 ratings
9.342 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese
Top Notes For
Robert McCall

Absolutely perfect pairing with tonight’s Xmas Eve tenderloins. Just the right balance of brambly dark red/blue fruit, spice cabinet, pepper/licorice, a soft tannic frame, and a linear acidity. Add it up with a bouquet of dark red fruit, crushed mint, mocha, and a floral/violet thing goin on. Happy Holidays!

Absolutely perfect pairing with tonight’s Xmas Eve tenderloins. Just the right balance of brambly dark red/blue fruit, spice cabinet, pepper/licorice, a soft tannic frame, and a linear acidity. Add it up with a bouquet of dark red fruit, crushed mint, mocha, and a floral/violet thing goin on. Happy Holidays!

Dec 25th, 2020
Joseph LaPanna

Dark purple core reaching all the way to the rim. A dazzling array of ripe fruit fly out of the glass; blueberry, black plum and bring cherry with hints of mint and espresso. The mouth is full and rich, weighty with the texture of glycerine. The tannins are grippy with black tea like bite. There is an endless chorus of ripe, juicy fruit and a finish that never fades. Can't wait to try this in 10 years!

Dark purple core reaching all the way to the rim. A dazzling array of ripe fruit fly out of the glass; blueberry, black plum and bring cherry with hints of mint and espresso. The mouth is full and rich, weighty with the texture of glycerine. The tannins are grippy with black tea like bite. There is an endless chorus of ripe, juicy fruit and a finish that never fades. Can't wait to try this in 10 years!

Jun 27th, 2018
Ainsley

Insanely delicious, but could use some time to decant. Superb ageing potential. Bordeaux style blend, full bodied with high tannins, blackcurrant and cassis notes with a slight earthy undertone.

Insanely delicious, but could use some time to decant. Superb ageing potential. Bordeaux style blend, full bodied with high tannins, blackcurrant and cassis notes with a slight earthy undertone.

May 19th, 2018
David L

07’ Blackbird Paramour 50% Merlot 45% CF 5% CB
Like most of these wines from Blackbird. Dark ruby red in color. The palate is full of blackberry, boysenberry, black cherry black licorice, peppercorn?!? All mid & back palate. Drink them up soon.

07’ Blackbird Paramour 50% Merlot 45% CF 5% CB
Like most of these wines from Blackbird. Dark ruby red in color. The palate is full of blackberry, boysenberry, black cherry black licorice, peppercorn?!? All mid & back palate. Drink them up soon.

Apr 19th, 2018
Robert McCall

Peaks and valleys of varying levels of complexity. Dark fruit, rocks, pie spice, furry teeth, and a linear acidity. Lingering finish. This is a baby and I can only imagine how good this'll be when it hits manhood.

Peaks and valleys of varying levels of complexity. Dark fruit, rocks, pie spice, furry teeth, and a linear acidity. Lingering finish. This is a baby and I can only imagine how good this'll be when it hits manhood.

2 people found it helpfulJan 31st, 2016
Dylan York

Dylan had this 9 years ago

Dylan had this 9 years ago

2 people found it helpfulDec 11th, 2014
Alex Kroblin

Co-owner Thirst Wine Merchants

9.6

Alex had this 10 years ago

Alex had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulFeb 21st, 2014
Ryan Carey

Founder Wine Confidential

9.4

What a wine! Aaron Pott knocked this one out of the park. Cab Franc- Merlot blend. Silky smooth tannins. Dark chocolate and slate.

What a wine! Aaron Pott knocked this one out of the park. Cab Franc- Merlot blend. Silky smooth tannins. Dark chocolate and slate.

May 3rd, 2016
Matt Sterr

Again, silky and structured. A little higher in tannin. Grippy and good. Ageable.

Again, silky and structured. A little higher in tannin. Grippy and good. Ageable.

Mar 15th, 2016
Robert McCall

Blueberries, oak, violets, herbs, and a savory note that ties it all together. Awesome cab franc dominated blend.

Blueberries, oak, violets, herbs, and a savory note that ties it all together. Awesome cab franc dominated blend.

Oct 11th, 2015