This vintage release is both charming and elegant, engaging the senses from the first sip. It will not wait in the glass. The nose of this wine energetically announces a full array of rich flavours, including wild black raspberry, red plum and a warm, reduced black currant jam. Not to be predictable, this red also tosses in occasional notes of fresh cranberry and Bing cherry. A light underpinning of crushed gravel and dried sage carries the abundance of fruit with ease, while the firm but subtle tannins provide a sturdy frame to showcase the unrelenting bounty. Bright acidity focuses this packed vintage and allows the engaging wine to pair easily with robust fare.
