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Truffle, underbrush, new leather, wild berry and violet aromas are front and center on this gorgeous, full-bodied red. The taut, vibrant palate combines power and grace, delivering crushed red cherry, cranberry, white pepper and tobacco...impeccably balanced, with firm noble tannins and bright acidity...
... Floral nuances complicate the aromas of red cherry, licorice, sage and minerals on the captivating nose. Rich, dense and juicy; harmonious ripe acidity provides noteworthy clarity and cut to the steely red cherry and licorice flavors. Finishes long with rising smooth tannins and hints of licorice...
Lush and powerful, this red strikes a nice equilibrium among the ripe cherry and berry fruit, lively acidity and dense, dusty tannins. All the elements play out on the long finish.
... Meaty and with hints of oatmeal... A core of cherry fruit wrapped up in lots of powdery tannins...wonderfully balanced...