Archipel is the French word for Archipelago, a string of islands rising above the sea, and that meaning is carried over to the sourcing of fruit for the new Archipel wine, a Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. For this limited production wine, world acclaimed winemaker Pierre Seillan selected only those mountain peak vineyards in Napa and Sonoma that, on a foggy morning, sit above the clouds like a archipelago island sits upon the misty sea.
This wine is the essence of California Mountain fruit expressed with French undertones, epitomizing modern sophistication, both in it’s mountain structure supporting a vibrant fruit profile, as well as it’s contemporary image which appeals to those intrigued by unique wines and progressive thinking. Vibrant black fruit with floral and spice notes. Rich, round, and full bodied.
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"The 2002 Archipel is fashioned from 100% estate fruit grown in both Napa and Sonoma counties. A blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, and 18% Cabernet Franc, it is a fruit-forward, elegant offering (a small amount of American oak is used in its upbringing) revealing pretty, chocolate, smoky, black cherry, currant, and plum characteristics. Heady and succulent, it is ideal for drinking over the next 7-8 years. (Release date 9/05) " -Rated 90, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
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"This is one of Jess Jackson’s small-production wines. The vineyards are way up in the Mayacamas range separating Alexander Valley and Napa Valley, which explains the multi-county appellation. Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the wine is very dry and very tannic—too young to drink now. It should soften, but lacks the stuffing for the long haul. — S.H. (12/31/2006)
" -Rated 87, Wine Enthusiast
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"Good ruby-red. Aromas of black raspberry, licorice, game, smoke and mocha. Fat, broad and grapey, with bitter chocolate and floral notes. Not especially sweet. Finishes with somewhat dry-edged, rustic tannins and a pronounced menthol note. " -Rated 87, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
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