Tasting Notes: Dark cassis and blackberry layered with cedar, mocha and a touch of olive tapenade. Medium-plus body with polished, fine-grained tannins, lively acidity and a graphite thread. Juicy blackcurrant core carries to a savory, pepper-spiced finish with lingering cocoa.

Acclaim: 93 Points from Wine Enthusiast and 90 Points from Decanter

Composition: 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

Pair with: Herb-Crusted Roast Lamb, Peppercorn Ribeye Steak, Mushroom Truffle Risotto