"DATE: 08-13-08 Appearance: Youthful deep ruby.
Nose: Spicy oak, raspberry, red peppers, red currant, light herbal notes.
Palate: Dry wtih good acidity, midweight. Palate nicely follows the nose, adding silky mouthfeel and ripe tannins on the midpalate. Finish is a bit austere, long, clean and dry.
Conclusions: Youthful blend tastes good already and would work with rare red meats and flavourful cheeses, but in three years it will become a real treat by itself, and will see it's eighth birthday easily." lfw
FROM THE PRODUCERS:"Velvety Merlot softness and spicy, robust Cabernet Franc fruit lend our organic Cabernet Merlot a great deal of depth and complexity. A full- bodied red, round and well balanced, with earthy blackberry, ripe plum, and lively cassis flavours, a hint of peppery spice, and well integrated tannins. Enjoy this full and aromatic wine with roasted meats or vegetables, lamb , steak, game or with a good book in front of the fireplace."