While later vintages have focused much more on Merlot (70% - 80%), the earlier years had a greater proportion of Cab. This wine is 53% Cab, 33% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdt and the remainder a blend of Malbec and Cab Franc, making it a left bank blend. This wine is dark, really dark. A delicate nose of spice, dark fruit gives way to pronounced palate of olive, cherry and fruit. These are balanced out by additional notes of casis and spice. I detected very little hint of aging in the palate, indication that this wine has significant cellaring potential ahead of it. This is supported by a tannic and acidic structure that, while present and complementary, is not overblown. The finish is long and delightful.

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