Nice, solid growing season with good ripening conditions leading to softer more approachable tannins.

Red fruit, hints of cardomon, tarragon and anise on the nose,.

Red cherries, currants and raspberry on the palate. A medium bodied red with soft tannins. It is elegant with a light hint of vanilla and a seamless, silky finish.

The wine was aged for 9 months in medium plus toast Hungarian Oak.

The blend is comprised of 87% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc fermented and aged separately and blended before bottling. Bottled on 7/19/22