2012 TOP 50 WINES - Rank #40
Loads of ripe black cherries, barnyard, scorched earth, raspberry compote, dark roast coffee and some spices mixed in. Full and rich with so much depth and concentration The finish explodes with raspberry, chocolate and coffee flavors that carry on and on. This is delicious right now and will have no problem lasting a decade or more. Composed of 85% Grenache and 15% Mourvedre aged in old small barrels. (Best 2013-2028) - September, 2012 (JD)