WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
This is a medium-bodied Merlot, displaying aromas of English toffee, vanilla, star anise, Santa Rosa plum, and leather.The palate is velvety smooth with notes of ripe plum, dried raspberry, nougat, and mocha on the finish. The fruit forward, easy-drinking qualities of this Merlot make it the perfect wine to pair with any red meat course, Italian entrées and fragrantly-spiced roasted or grilled poultry dishes.
Blend: 5% Merlot, 13% Syrah, 6% Petit Verdot, 3% Petite Sirah, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Mixed Reds
TASTING NOTES:
Aromas of red cherries, black currants and cinnamon offer plenty to like in this velvety wine, while cocoa and vanilla join in on the palate, framed by moderate tannins. The wine is full in body, rich in oak and fruit flavors.
- Wine Enthusiast, 91 pts.
