Winemaker Notes
Pale red. Aromatics of raspberry, pomegranate, cranberry, and minerals followed by hints of spice and floral aromas: white pepper, rose and violets. Velvety texture, raspberry, cranberry, pomegranate and darker hints of black cherry and plum. Great acidity to balance the sweetness of the fruit, and a long red fruit finish.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
This wine is nicely ripe and nicely dry, bracing its focused raspberry and black-plum flavors with firm tannins and full body. Hints of cedar and rosemary in the aroma and on the finish add interesting complexity.
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