Ashes & Diamonds Napa Valley Rouge No. 6 MV CS20231026 chasing an acidity and freshness

chasing an acidity and freshness most people don't associate with the region

minimal fuss

crushed almonds

The 2019 is darkly perfumed and savory

Ashes & Diamonds Napa Valley Rouge No. 6 MV CS20231026 chasing an acidity and freshnessRouge No. 6 is Ashes & Diamonds' most approachable red, a multi vintage Bordeaux blend made by Steve Matthiasson that treats blending across years as a craft rather than a compromise. Cabernet Sauvignon leads, fleshed out with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, all modeled on the leaner, balanced Napa wines of the 1960s and '70s. At a gentle 13. 6% alcohol, it's light on its feet, with bright cherry and blackberry over an earthy core. This is the bottle for a