A blend of 53% Shiraz, 31% Grenache and 16% Mourvédre, this is open and generous but also built for two decades–no kidding–of potential improvement. The initial aromas and opening flavors are all about overt cherry-berry notes with minimal wood influence, but the tannins and spice show up in the finish. Although this smells and initially tastes like it is a ready-to-rip sipper, it really calls for robust foods for the next few years, as the serious finish will demonstrate to you.
