Deep and dark purplish ruby. Rich nose with lots of dark cocoa, cassis, black fruits, light graphite and dark gravel. Heavy tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. A bit of anise on the palate with dark fruits, baking spices, tobacco and some nice minerality. Long and lingering finish.

Bordeaux blend made up of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petit Verdot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Merlot.

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First blind red for my father’s 53rd birthday. We tried four 2014s, two were Cabernet Sauvignons and two were Bordeaux Blends.

Deep purplish ruby red. Restrained yet rich nose, dark berries, dark spices and gravel. Heavy tannins (7/10), full bodied and great structure. Rich palate with sweet spices, anise, dark cocoa, black fruits and perfume too. Long and a touch bitter in the finish.

Bordeaux blend made up of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petit Verdot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Merlot.

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Last estate on day one, and what a way to finish it! Deep purplish red. Thick and layered nose, with cinnamon, black cherries, baking spices and fuller than the Novicium. Thick and plush on the palate with tons of dark fruits. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. A bit gritty but great texture. Long and lingering finish.

Bordeaux blend made up of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petit Verdot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Merlot.

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