Deep ruby in color. Aromas of dark fruit: black cherry, blackberry, black raspberry, layered with warm toast, vanilla, a wisp of cedar, soft tobacco and a hint of forest floor earthiness. On the palate, plush black cherry, plum, dark berry compote melds
48% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot. For its age, it has held onto its deep ruby color, showing only slight tinges of garnet around the meniscus. Take an hour to decant (more if you have time) for it to show its full potential. Bottle agin
On the nose, the fruits are deep and dark with Damson plum and wild blackberries accented by mint, cedar and wood spice. On the palate the flavors echo the aromas; structured and layered with ample and persistent tannin.
34% Cabernet Franc, 26% Merlot, 25% Petit Verdot, 12% Tannat, 3% Petit Manseng. Bright and expressive on the nose, this red blend opens with lively red cherry, raspberry, and ripe plum, lifted by subtle floral tones, dried herbs, and a gentle spice edge.