The 2019 Trilogy is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 9% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple colored, it sings of fresh black and red cherries, ripe blackberries and warm cassis, plus wafts of bay leaves and fragrant earth. Medium-bodied, elegantly styled and with bags of bright black fruit, it has a soft texture and cedar-laced finish.

A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec, the 2017 Trilogy is deep purple-black colored and displays notes of warm black and red plums, black cherry preserves and warm cassis with suggestions of tobacco, asphalt and dried herbs plus a waft of underbrush. Medium-bodied, the palate has appealing freshness lifting the uncomplicated black fruits and it finishes chewy.

The 2009 Trilogy is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot and 5% Malbec. The wine possesses good balance and depth in its dark red fruit, flowers, mint and spices. This attractive, tasty wine is best enjoyed over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015. Tel. (707) 963-5711

One of the first proprietary Bordeaux blends made in Napa was Flora Springs’ Trilogy. The 2008 (79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 2.5% Petit Verdot and 2.5% Malbec) exhibits a beautiful deep ruby/purple color along with sweet blueberry, black raspberry and black currant fruit intermixed with some floral notes, well-integrated oak and spice, medium to full body and silky tannins. Already complex and delicious, this blend should continue to drink well for 10-15 years. Tel. (707) 963-5711; Fax (707) 963-7518