Here s a nice affordable red with lots of interest. Tasty ripe dark berry and cherry flavors are conveyed in a light to medium body. The tannins are not an issue and the finish is more than bargained for at this price level. Although the earthy aromas of dark ripe fruit are modest, generous volumes of same treat the palate, keeping things enjoyable. The herbaceousness is echoed on the palate, with the fruit continuing in a supportive, but vital, role.
Herbs yield to butterscotch and smoke on an impressive finish.
Light bodied, yes, and tannin free, this is a real unusual take on Cab. And the whole thing is reminiscent of Pinot Noir and is sure to raise some eyebrows as it travels from glass to palate. The tannins are firm but overall the wine is well balanced. Definitely a wine that will improve even more with age. It s light bodied, with light tannins, but has a lot going for it for the money.