Jammed with personality and torque, this retains a briary sense of balance, offering expressive red and dark berry flavors, accented by white pepper, eucalyptus and smoky anise notes. The tannins are big but well-groomed.
Incredibly floral, bright and jammy, it evokes violet and berry pie, with rounded tannins that don't get in the way of the juicy midpalate. This wine is fresh with plenty of power.
...scented of Black Forest cake, crushed black plums and blackberry compote with hints of chocolate box, anise and tilled black soil with a touch of garrigue. The palate is full-bodied, concentrated and nicely balanced...with a firm, grainy frame and great freshness, finishing long and earthy.
Black cherry, smoke, new leather, licorice and incense add to an impression of muscular power....its beautifully textured and full of detail...
...more broad, opulent and powerful...lots of darker, plummy fruits, violets, lavender, and peppery meat aromatics. Big, rich, and layered on the palate, with full-bodied richness and sweet tannin...
52% zinfandel 45% Syrah 3% Grenache