...rich and sumptuous in the glass, yet has plenty of supporting structure. Gravel, smoke, grilled herbs, licorice and new leather give the 2015 many of its aromatic signatures...
Aromas of walnut, dark berry and dark chocolate follow through to a full body, with super integrated tannins and a long and focused finish.
Blackcurrants, scorched earth, cedary spice, leafy herbs and licorice all flow to a ripe, beautifully concentrated, deep wine...
...bursts out of the glass with exuberant Chinese five spice, baked plums and crème de cassis notes with suggestions of sandalwood, dried mulberries, kirsch and menthol plus a touch of cedar chest.
AKA: Niebaum-Coppola Rubicon/Rubicon Estate Rubicon