First Impression

Bordeaux Blend

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot and 15% Cabernet Franc decadently blend to create our 2022 First Impression Bordeaux Blend. Only the most pristine fruit was hand selected and aged in both new and once used French oak. The resulting wine imparts the flavors of black currant, dark cherry and oak. Tannins present themselves as very well rounded by slow and gentle fermentation. Indulge now, after decanting. Or if you prefer, allow the wine to continue to mature until 2032. Can you resist?

2022

Our 2021 First Impression Bordeaux Blend pleasures the senses. Scents of oak, cigars, leather, fruit and spice tease the nose. 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc blend to create lingering tannins, blueberry notes, hints of meat and oak with a fresh finish. First Impression 2021 was aged 80% in new French oak and 20% in once used French oak for 18 months. Indulge now or let the wine continue to mature 12-15 years. Can you resist?

2021

Our 2020 Bourdeaux Blend has matured into a rich, old world style. First Impression has a beautiful, velvety texture stemming from the clay in Mizel Estate’s soil. Each decadent sip is well structured with round flavor and superb length. First Impression 2020 is composed of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Petit Verdot and 30% Cabernet Franc. This wine was aged 18 months, 70% in new French oak and the remainder in neutral oak. First Impression will age for 10+ years. If you simply cannot resist, open now and decant 2-3 hours before indulging. Cheers!

First Impression Red Blend

2020

Our 2019 Bordeaux Blend is stunning now and continues to age decadently for a decade. Breathe the intense aromas of vanilla and spice. Savor the broad and lingering tannins. First Impression is composed of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Petit Verdot. Open in the morning and decant 5 hours before serving. First Impression elevates the classic Bordeaux to a new level of satisfaction.

2019

Our 2018 Bordeaux is full bodied with rich aromas of coffee, cherry and licorice. 85% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes add a refined polish. 10% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc complete the blend. It is silky and complex, with a superb balance from beginning to end. First Impression ages for 12 years and for maximum pleasure decant 5 hours before serving.

2018

Our 2017 Bordeaux blend is a beautifully balanced blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 4% Merlot. The wine was aged 50% in new French Oak and 50% in once used Oak for 18 months. The grapes were planted at Mizel Estate in 2013. First Impression 2017 is our second vintage and achieves a refined, layered taste. First Impression will age for 15 years and tastes best opened the day prior and decanted a few hours before indulging.

2017

Our first Bordeaux Blend showcases a menagerie of Mizel Estate’s young grapes. It is composed of 45% Cabernet Franc, 20% Petit Verdot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Malbec, and 5% Merlot. Grapes were aged 50% in new French oak and 50% in used oak for 18 months. Currant, blackberry, spiced plum, wood spice, and prune aromas with a pepper finish dazzle the palate. Please age to enrich flavors. Best opened the day prior and decanted a few hours before opening.

2016

**Currently, Mizel Wines can be shipped to the following states: CA, FL. Prospective members from other states should contact info@mizelestate.com for information about membership.

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