2006 Transformation
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Opulence and texture is the theme for this wine. With the initial release, and now again with the 2006 vintage, this is a larger framed wine than the Metamorphosis.
The 2006 Transformation from the Jaffe Estate Vineyard opens with the generous aromas of blackberry bramble and chocolate. The texture makes an immediate impression with the broad and supple tannins extending from the entry to the finish. Yet, this wine retains a youthful edge that promises longevity. The Merlot (45%) currently dominates within this blend with a very rich sensation at the mid-palate.
When tasting grapes at the Jaffe Vineyard, the Cabernet provides a big entry which then proceeds across the palate in an elegant progression of flavor and texture. In contrast, the Merlot adds to this with an intensity of ripeness and weight that amplifies the mid-palate and finish. As a result, this is a big wine that will impress with its accessibility. The chocolate-coated cherry flavor that is classic for the ripe Merlot of Napa is balanced in this blend with the crisp, red currant and raspberry of the Cabernet Sauvignon. The finish is extended with the warmth of cocoa and vanilla. This is a thoroughly contemporary bottling that demonstrates why Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon marry so well. While one grape variety presses the limits, the other offers a refreshing and savory vibrance that brings balance to this blend.
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