Dark and dense, glass-clinging purple with near black opaque core even in a small tasting pour. Abundant nose yields toasted black fruit compote (yes, I know). Massive full-bodied palate echoes the nose adding marzipan, dried blackberries, and an almost savory Old World graphite note. Fuzzy medium tannins; medium acidity. Long, dark finish. A big red made for food, but heavy umami like steak or lamb is the order of the day. Drink now through maybe 2029.
Dark and dense, glass-clinging purple with near black opaque core even in a small tasting pour. Abundant nose yields toasted black fruit compote (yes, I know). Massive full-bodied palate echoes the nose adding marzipan, dried blackberries, and an almost savory Old World graphite note. Fuzzy medium tannins; medium acidity. Long, dark finish. A big red made for food, but heavy umami like steak or lamb is the order of the day. Drink now through maybe 2029.
Jun 14th, 2023
Napa Valley, California, USA
