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94 AG.
"(5% whole clusters and 50% new French oak): Brilliant ruby-red. Displays sexy, spice-laced dark berry and cherry-cola scents that are complemented by suggestions of allspice, potpourri and smoky minerals. Silky, seamless and broad on the palate, offering appealing sweet blackberry, cherry liqueur and floral pastille flavors that tighten up slowly and become spicier on the back half. Delivers solid punch but comes off lithe, finishing with powerful, floral-driven thrust, strong tenacity and dusty tannins that add structure and final grip." Vinous, Nov 2017 |