Larkmead 'Firebelle' Red Blend, Napa Valley, California 2021
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
2999 Solano Avenue
Ste A
Napa CA 94558
United States
Larkmead Vineyards, one of Napa Valley’s historic estates, has been producing expressive wines from its Calistoga estate since 1895. 'Firebelle' is named in tribute to Lillie “Firebelle” Hitchcock Coit, a San Francisco philanthropist with a bold spirit—a fitting namesake for this rich and elegant blend.
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WINEMAKER: Avery Heelan
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FARMING: Sustainable; Napa Green Certified
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VARIETY: Typically Merlot-dominant with supporting Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc (exact cepage for 2021 unavailable)
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TERROIR: Estate fruit from Calistoga; deep alluvial and gravelly loam soils, providing excellent drainage and vigor control
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VINIFICATION: Fermentation in stainless steel; gentle extraction practices to preserve elegance and aromatic lift
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AGING: Aged in French oak barrels, a significant portion of which is new, for approximately 18–22 months
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TASTING NOTES: Rich and layered with aromas of black cherry, red plum, violet, graphite, and cedar. The palate is plush and structured, with dark berry fruit, cocoa, savory spice, and finely polished tannins. Balanced acidity supports a long, graceful finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom polenta, or aged cheddar
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ALCOHOL: Typically 14.5%–15%
Larkmead Vineyards, one of Napa Valley’s historic estates, has been producing expressive wines from its Calistoga estate since 1895. 'Firebelle' is named in tribute to Lillie “Firebelle” Hitchcock Coit, a San Francisco philanthropist with a bold spirit—a fitting namesake for this rich and elegant blend.
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WINEMAKER: Avery Heelan
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FARMING: Sustainable; Napa Green Certified
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VARIETY: Typically Merlot-dominant with supporting Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc (exact cepage for 2021 unavailable)
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TERROIR: Estate fruit from Calistoga; deep alluvial and gravelly loam soils, providing excellent drainage and vigor control
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VINIFICATION: Fermentation in stainless steel; gentle extraction practices to preserve elegance and aromatic lift
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AGING: Aged in French oak barrels, a significant portion of which is new, for approximately 18–22 months
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TASTING NOTES: Rich and layered with aromas of black cherry, red plum, violet, graphite, and cedar. The palate is plush and structured, with dark berry fruit, cocoa, savory spice, and finely polished tannins. Balanced acidity supports a long, graceful finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom polenta, or aged cheddar
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ALCOHOL: Typically 14.5%–15%
Larkmead Vineyards, one of Napa Valley’s historic estates, has been producing expressive wines from its Calistoga estate since 1895. 'Firebelle' is named in tribute to Lillie “Firebelle” Hitchcock Coit, a San Francisco philanthropist with a bold spirit—a fitting namesake for this rich and elegant blend.
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WINEMAKER: Avery Heelan
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FARMING: Sustainable; Napa Green Certified
-
VARIETY: Typically Merlot-dominant with supporting Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc (exact cepage for 2021 unavailable)
-
TERROIR: Estate fruit from Calistoga; deep alluvial and gravelly loam soils, providing excellent drainage and vigor control
-
VINIFICATION: Fermentation in stainless steel; gentle extraction practices to preserve elegance and aromatic lift
-
AGING: Aged in French oak barrels, a significant portion of which is new, for approximately 18–22 months
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TASTING NOTES: Rich and layered with aromas of black cherry, red plum, violet, graphite, and cedar. The palate is plush and structured, with dark berry fruit, cocoa, savory spice, and finely polished tannins. Balanced acidity supports a long, graceful finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom polenta, or aged cheddar
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ALCOHOL: Typically 14.5%–15%
Larkmead Vineyards, one of Napa Valley’s historic estates, has been producing expressive wines from its Calistoga estate since 1895. 'Firebelle' is named in tribute to Lillie “Firebelle” Hitchcock Coit, a San Francisco philanthropist with a bold spirit—a fitting namesake for this rich and elegant blend.
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WINEMAKER: Avery Heelan
-
FARMING: Sustainable; Napa Green Certified
-
VARIETY: Typically Merlot-dominant with supporting Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc (exact cepage for 2021 unavailable)
-
TERROIR: Estate fruit from Calistoga; deep alluvial and gravelly loam soils, providing excellent drainage and vigor control
-
VINIFICATION: Fermentation in stainless steel; gentle extraction practices to preserve elegance and aromatic lift
-
AGING: Aged in French oak barrels, a significant portion of which is new, for approximately 18–22 months
-
TASTING NOTES: Rich and layered with aromas of black cherry, red plum, violet, graphite, and cedar. The palate is plush and structured, with dark berry fruit, cocoa, savory spice, and finely polished tannins. Balanced acidity supports a long, graceful finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with grilled lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom polenta, or aged cheddar
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ALCOHOL: Typically 14.5%–15%