For a red made in a 'bad' vintage this is one good wine; it really shows you what can be done with blending and proves why the Bordelais have been doing it forever. This is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot and 7% Petit Verdot aged 18 months in oak. The nose is pretty simple with lots of raspberry nuances, but the palate delivers much more. Sour cherry, tobacco, vanilla and spice with a decent amount of acidity to keep everything in check and a wine to pair well with food. Price: $36.00 - Rating: ****