Quite dark in the glass, this reliable crowd-pleaser begins with hearty aromas of black currant, black plum, lush oak and caramel, accented by a hint of olive and loads of clove and nutmeg. The mouthfeel is hearty and rich, with just enough tannic weight to balance the creamy black-cherry, caramel and chocolate-ice-cream flavors, which lead to an oaky finish. Ranked #7 in Wine Enthusiast's Top 100 Wines of 2020. Score - 95. (Matt Kettman, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2020)
