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The winery at Checkerboard is a small building reflecting a 'four-poster’ barn style found in early New England. We did not want a large building impacting the quiet and natural surrounding environment. As a result Steph Martin designed an attractive, yet functional winery that does not detract from the stunning nature of Checkerboard. Learn More

The nose is fruity, fresh, relatively fine and offers a fine concentration. It reveals notes of blackberry cream, plum and a hint of cassis jam associated with fine touches of chocolate, cardamom, a discreet hint of tea and a very fine / discreet hint of balsamic.

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75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Illustration reprents the core of the blackbird. Every element of its multi-faceted wine portfolio draws inspiration from this principally merlot composition. Illustration challenges the notion that cabernet sauvignon is the only age-worthy red wine crafted in the Napa Valley. "The heart is full of infinite possibilities." Learn More

71% Cabernet Franc, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Blackbird Vineyards' Paramour possesses both sensuality and commanding structure. Cabernet franc and merlot have a fragile but irresistible chemistry that flourishes when climate, soils, and seasons align. Paramour reveals the passionate relationship between winegrower and the land. "Wine and the sensous go hand in hand." Learn More

This exotic Merlot-based wine displays beautiful layers of aromatic plum and black cherry fruit with nuances of anise, soy, graphite and minerals. It has stunning purity and delineation, with superfine tannins. Aged in 100% new French oak for 20 months. Learn More

This highly expressive blend has violet infused plum and crème de cassis fruit that coats the entire palate with accents of five spice powder, black truffles, vanilla and minerals. Aged for 21 months in new French oak. Learn More