PASO ROBLES | CALIFORNIA | $60
Roasted plum with prune and currant integrated with licorice, smoke and sweet chalky minerality. Big and bold with savory flavors dominating. Smooth suede-like texture holding out with a long, lingering finish. 57% Grenache, 23% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre. An excellent wine. (Reviewed 10/17/11)