2002 Arietta "Variation One" Napa Valley Red Blend which is not exactly a

which is not exactly a second label as the wines may include fruit that is sourced from outside Arroyo Grande

The rush of blueberry

savory herbs

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2002 Arietta "Variation One" Napa Valley Red Blend which is not exactly aThe stunning 2002 Variation One (70% Merlot and 30% Syrah) exhibits an exotic, opulent personality with a deep purple color, and sweet aromas of cocoa, new saddle leather, black raspberries, cassis, and acacia flowers. Full bodied, with beautifully integrated oak (all of these wines are aged in 100% new French wood), wonderful sweetness, tremendous delineation, and laser like clarity and transparency of character. (RP)