Very forward, slightly herbaceous with a hint of gooseberry aroma and flavor. Fruit is the statement here, not oak. A wine for Sauvignon Blanc lovers, and designed to accompany the same kinds of seafoods. Almost floral, as if it had a bit of Viognier or Riesling in the blend. Well made, but not to my taste.
Licorice notes on top of ripe black cherry and cassis.
Velvety soft, but with a bit of spine to see it age and improve for up t five years. The winery's famous Meritage blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Black plum, black cherry and cassis. Smoky barrel-ch complexity. Definitely a wine for the cellar.