Nose

Exhibits a bold and potent bouquet that is redolent of ripe
black plum, red cherry syrup and fresh cassis beneath a curtain of sweet pea, cracked white pepper and
bay leaf.

Palate

The palate is abundant and rounded, swelling with the rich flavors of briary blackberry and
luscious raspberry, enhanced by structured tannins and touches of rich toffee, vanilla bean, cinnamon
stick and subtle spearmint that carry through the lingering finish.

Growing Conditions

The 2010 vintage was cooler than usual during the growing season, but ended with a heat wave.

Harvest

The fruit for this wine was harvested at an optimal level of ripeness late October.

Winemaking

Fermentation
took place at a high temperature to ensure that maximum extraction was achieved.

Aging

the wine was
racked to 50% new French oak barrels. The wine was aged in barrel for a total of 18 months
before bottling.

Appearance

A ruggedly intense ruby-black wine.

Food Pairing

Hearty and bold, this voluptuous Cabernet Sauvignon would make an apt partner for a hearty yet
uncomplicated dish, such as filet mignon with parmesean potato gratin. Additionally, this wine
coupled with Tomme de Fedou, a nutty, aged ewe’s milk cheese from France would make
a fine cheese course.