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2024 Black Bear
DuCard Vineyards

2024 Black Bear

Blackberry, plum, smooth

Black Bear is a red wine blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Tannat that is a complement to our Shenandoah white wine. Both celebrate the treasure that is our National Park that borders us just out our back lawns. Named by VinePair as One of the 30 Best Red Blends of 2026.

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Vintage
  • 2024
Red Wine Type
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Merlot
  • Petit Verdot
  • Tannat
Blend50.9% Merlot, 16.4% Tannat, 30.6% Cabernet Franc, 2.1% Petit Verdot
CountryUnited States
StateVirginia
Region
  • Central Virginia Region
Appellation AVAVirginia
VineyardDuCard Vineyards
Alcohol % ABV13.50
Bottle Size750 ml
Aged In
  • French Oak Barrel
Awards

VinePair's One of 30 Best Red Blends of 2026- 94 points

Cases Produced230
Aging PotentialDrink Now
Price$40.00
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