Maison Wessman - Raven Blood 2020

Raven Blood 2020

A bold and beautifully expressive red born from the friendship between Maison Wessman founder Robert Wessman and JJ Julius Son, singer of Icelandic band KALEO.

Made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this distinctive collaboration brings together the worlds of wine and music in a bottle with plenty of character.

Deep and intense in colour, it opens with a powerful bouquet of blackcurrant and ripe red fruit, layered with elegant notes of violet, black pepper and clove. The palate is modern and audacious, with generous fruit, good structure and supple, well-integrated tannins. Aged for 10 months in oak barrels, it develops additional depth and subtle woody complexity while retaining its vibrant fruit character. Confident, characterful and just a little rebellious -much like the collaboration behind it.

Grapes: 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon
Style: Full-bodied, structured and expressive dry red
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 14%
Appellation: IGP Périgord
Ageing: 10 months in oak barrels
Serving: Decant for around 1 hour
Drink: Now–2028

Food pairing: Excellent with grilled or roasted red meats, steak, lamb, hearty stews and game. Also a great partner for charcuterie, mature cheeses and richly flavoured dishes.