Washington State, USA - 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 12% Petit Verdot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, 1% Syrah
On the nose, it offers raspberry preserves, dried savory herbs, and mocha, with hints of licorice, clove, and vanilla. The fore palate is expansive, building to a dense and rich mid-palate with strong notes of ripe fruit and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering, with hints of toasty oak and vanilla. This red blend pairs well with rich entrees and red meat-centric dishes and has the potential to age for 10+ years. It is aged for 20 months in a combination of 20% new American oak and 20% French oak.