Though this red is oaky, there's also a whole-cluster feel to it, with sandalwood and vegetal aromas synching with flavors of black currant and blackberry. Iron and sweet baking spices chime in as this plays out on the lingering aftertaste, showing fine balance. Best from 2026 through 2045. - Bruce Sanderson
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Reviews
Score: 95 | May 31, 2023 | Wine Spectator
Score: SILVER | April 12, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Score: SILVER | April 12, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Score: SILVER | April 12, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Score: Silver | April 12, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Score: Silver | April 12, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Score: 96 PTS DOUBLE GOLD | April 10, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Big, dense, ripe, rich, great balance.
Score: 98 PTS Best of Class/Double Gold | April 10, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Black plum, smooth, varietal, velvety tannins, expresso, classic merlot, comfort wine to sip in front of a fireplace.
Score: 90 PTS GOLD | April 10, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Nice chardonnay, crowd pleaser.
Score: 98 PTS Best of Class/Double Gold | April 10, 2023 | 2023 Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge
Opulent, hardy and full bodied.