Cattail has been opened since September of 2007. Their ‘06s have been on the shelf since they opened and the ‘07s will soon be arriving – but what is also finding its way onto their shelves is the reserve wines from 2006 – namely their Cabernet/Merlot blend (71% Cabernet Franc, 29% Merlot) which spent 14 months in French and American oak. Smells include vanilla-oak, coffee, and a red berry mix of strawberries and raspberries. The taste adds a little more to this roster, starting with the smooth mouth feel that has tannin bite and dryness on the finish; flavours include that aforementioned vanilla – but they develop away from the red and turn more to black with blackberries and cassis leading the way – there is also a showing of cinnamon and a variety of spices. This wine could probably sit another 3-5 years in your cellar quite easily. Price: $24.00