Heron Hill 2004 Eclipse Red

First off I have to say I’m a sucker for great packaging and Heron Hill’s Eclipse wines are packaged in the cutest bottles! The 2004 Eclipse Red ($13.99) is a blend of 35% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Franc, and 32% Cabernet Sauvignon (same varieties traditionally used in Bordeaux style blends though Heron Hill is quick to point out that they feel it drinks more like a Loire Valley or northern Italian red). The medium-bodied wine is fairly complex with notes of blackberry, plum, and a slight earthy-ness. This is a very drinkable red wine making it a great choice for those that traditionally shy away from reds. The 2004 Eclipse Red was awarded 88 points by the Beverage Testing Institute.

Wine Information
Acidity: 5.8 g/l
Alcohol: 12.5%
Appellation: New York
Bottling Date: August 31, 2005
Fermentation: Stainless
Oak: European
Release Date: July 18, 2007
Sugar: 0.04%
Varietal: 35% Merlot-North Fork, Long Island; 33% Cabernet
Winemakers Notes: Drink now until 2010

June 1st, 2009 by Beverage Blogger | Posted in Reviews | (0)