One of the top successes of the vintage. A blend of 50% Cab Sauv, 45% Merlot and the rest Cab Franc and Petit Verdot. Proper harvest time ensured perfect ripeness as evidenced by the sweet bouquet of black cherries, lead pencil shavings, cassis and subtle barbecue smoke. Well-balanced with good acidity, ripe tannins, medium to full body and a layered mouthfeel. WA 95pts