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This red is full-bodied, offering slightly austere black fruit, ample oak accents and moderate tannins. Good black cherries, red cherries, cedar and cinnamon on the palate. Drink now. – Jim Gordon, Executive Editor

Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, cassis, bay leaves, pencil shavings and mocha. The palate is full-bodied with firm tannins and fresh acidity, showing dark plums, blackcurrants, cloves and earth. Balanced, refined and deep with a long, savory finish. Drink or hold.

This complex, suave and handsomely oaky wine offers balsam, cedar, cocoa and tobacco leaf aromas, then full black cherries, blackcurrants and milk chocolate on the palate. Moderate tannins add to a soothing mouthfeel. Drink now or hold. – Jim Gordon, …

Perfumed and lifted with aromas of red and black currants, coffee beans, dried flowers, spices and licorice root. The palate is full-bodied with firmly framed tannins and a balanced, plush mouthfeel. Nicely constructed with plenty of freshness and a savory …