Merlot makes up over half of this wine, with the balance Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and other varieties. The aromas are brooding, with high-toned notes of herb, cherry, vanilla, chocolate and spice. The flavors show a mix of fruit and barrel, with the tannins seeming a bit dry. Coffee and vanilla notes persist on the finish.

A zesty red, with medium-bodied black cherry and spicy bay leaf flavors that finish with lively tannins. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2021. 11,000 cases made.