An enormously rich wine, flamboyant in blackberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, sweet cured meat, anise and black pepper flavors that sink in deep and last long into the finish. An unusual blend of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, it’s powerful in tannins and bone dry. Grill up your best steak and enjoy.
— S.H.
(12/15/2011)
Few California wines are this rich. It swamps the mouth with the essences of ripe black cherry and chocolate, with accents of red licorice, vanilla and buttered toast. The blend is an interesting one of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, set off with fine, complex tannins. The action is all on the surface, lacking a bit of complexity, but it is delicious for drinking now.
— S.H.
(2/1/2013)
Although there’s no oak on this wine, it was aged on the lees, which gives it a creamy richness. Slightly sweet, it has pleasant, clean flavors of citrus fruits, peaches and green apples.
— S.H.
(12/15/2011)