Friday, May 29, 2020 - Well balanced and medium-full to full body blend. On the nose, I found blackberry and seasoned oak barrels and a slight hint of butter toffee. On the palate, I found plum, vanilla and spices that remind me of Thanksgiving. Very good blend on this one. For me, the Merlot and Malbec are more subtle in this 2016 vintage versus the 2012.
If you like Justin’s Right Angle, Steinbeck’s Crash, Tobin James’ 5 Varietal, or Opolo’s Reserve Rhapsody, you will like this wine.
I decanted for 10 minutes. This wine is great now, and should cellar nicely for another 7-10 years. I cannot wait to see where this one goes year to year!