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2017 Duckhorn Vineyards The Discussion Napa Valley Red Wine

2017 Duckhorn Vineyards The Discussion Napa Valley Red Wine

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SKU: DSN1775

Almost four decades ago, before crafting their first vintage, the Duckhorns and their winemaker had a passionate discussion at the kitchen table. Though they debated making a cuvée, they chose to focus on varietal wines. Even so, Duckhorn Vineyards has always remained fascinated by the artful blend of varietals from diverse Napa Valley vineyards. Embodying the depth and complexity of a world-class Estate program, The Discussion represents the pinnacle of the Duckhorn Vineyards portfolio and the ongoing dialogue that defines great winemaking.

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Wine Profile

Production Notes
Varietal Composition: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc
Winemaker Notes
The 2017 vintage of The Discussion is a majestic and elegant wine that immediately demands attention with alluring aromas of black cherry compote, chocolate-covered blueberry, fig and cinnamon. As it opens up, hints of clove, toasted hazelnut and espresso bean emerge. On the palate, juicy blueberry, raspberry and pomegranate flavors meld with creamy oak to create a generous palate structure, with focused tannins and hints of sage and savory spice adding complexity to a long, stately finish.
Production
The 2017 growing season began with abundant winter rains, followed by a warm, dry spring that led to a perfectly timed budbreak. In addition to replenishing the water table, the early season rains produced robust canopies, which provided invaluable shade during a week-long heat event that kicked harvest into gear during the last week of August. This was followed by a much-needed cooldown that allowed the vines to recuperate, while also giving us extra hangtime for flavor development and tannin resolution. We harvested throughout September and into early October, with the grapes showing lovely ripeness and quality, yielding plush, polished and wonderfully complex wines.

Wine Specs

Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Napa Valley
Acid
0.60 g/100 m
pH
3.67
Aging
Aged a total of 24 months - 18 months in new French oak followed by 6 months in neutral barrels
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Spectator
94
Wine Review Online
96

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Jack Smalley
(Nov 7, 2023 at 5:10 PM)
The Discussion has been our “favorite Bordeaux blend for years. The consistency of a well blended wine is remarkable. When we want to impress guests the Discussion comes out of the cellar. Duckhorn please keep this jewel coming.

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$260.00
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