The nose blooms first with red cherry, ripe plum to dark raspberry with hints of anise seed and ending dusty suede. Explosive on the palate, like taking a bite out of fresh blueberry pie with a toasted crust. Lush ripe fruits give way to supple tannin, layers of dark and bright berries with balanced acidity and firm yet restrained structure. The strong finish lingers of black tea and plum. From Paso Robles, CA.