Blindfold White Blend
Full-bodied white wine · The Prisoner Wine Company
Vintage: NV
Type
Full-bodied white wine
Producer
The Prisoner Wine Company
Country
United States
Vintage
NV
Region & Appellation
California, Napa Valley
Grape Varieties
Chardonnay, Roussanne, Viognier, and Marsanne
Color & Appearance
Brilliant medium gold with warm straw highlights and high viscosity.
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of baked apple, ripe pear, white peach, toasted hazelnuts, and hints of vanilla custard and honeysuckle.
Tasting Notes
A rich and layered palate offering lush tropical fruit notes, creamy texture, and a long, warming finish with subtle baking spice nuances.
Flavor Profile
Ripe yellow peach, golden delicious apple, Meyer lemon curd, toasted brioche, and a touch of honeycomb.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a luxurious, silky, and creamy mouthfeel balanced by a gentle backbone of acidity.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium acidity providing just enough lift to balance the rich, decadent texture and weight of the wine.
Sweetness Level
Dry with ripe fruit perception
Alcohol Content
14.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit purity while adding subtle oak complexity.
Food Pairings
Roasted poultry, lobster with drawn butter, creamy pasta dishes, and mature gouda cheese.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly chilled at 50-55°F in a generous white wine glass. No decanting strictly required, but opening 30 minutes prior helps.
Price Range
35 to 45 USD
Quality Assessment
90 points, premium tier white blend known for its approachable and crowd-pleasing hedonistic style.
Production Methods
Fermented in a mix of neutral and new oak barrels with occasional battonage to build texture.
Terroir
Sourced from premier cool and warm climate vineyards across California, allowing for a harmonious balance of ripe fruit and fresh acidity.
History & Heritage
Inspired by nineteenth-century winemaking field blends in California, created to showcase unconventional and delicious combinations of white grapes.
Interesting Facts
The label features an iconic, striking historic imagery associated with the rebellious spirit of The Prisoner Wine Company.
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed within 3 to 5 years of release while vibrant fruit and creamy texture are at their peak.
Similar Wines
Conundrum White, Orin Swift Blank Stare, The Prisoner Red Blend (companion red)