Nose

aromas of dark plum, green olive and cedar from the glass.

Palate

Earthy notes of tobacco leaf, olive, tar and spice blend nicely with the dark, sweet fruit. From year to year, this wine’s distinctiveness lies in the lush, velvety tannins that expand upon the initial sip and develop with richness through the finish. This wine pairs beautifully with food and benefits from a little bottle age in your cellar.

Appearance

17 months in French oak barrels (54% new, 46% once-used)