While the first swirl offers enticing red fruit aromas of plum, raspberry and Bing cherry, as it opens up, deeper elements of blackberry and cassis are revealed, along with hints of savory bay leaf, juniper berry, graphite and crushed rocks. On the palate, this wine is classically structured, with a lush entry and expansive, mouth-filling tannins framing the voluptuous red and black fruit flavors. As it draws to a close, hints of sarsaparilla, vanilla and cream emerge, mingling with the rich blackberry flavors for a long, resonant finish. Made from old-vine blocks planted in 1994, 1998, and 2003. Fermented in small, open-top stainless bins, with daily punchdowns by hand.