We selected the Monastrell grape for this wine from 40-year old parcels in our estate vineyards. The wine has a deep purple/black color and explosive aromas of ripe currant, red berries, and smoked notes. Rich, powerful and voluminous on the attack, a huge mouthful of crème-de-cassis concentration, silken and juicy in the mid-palate with excellent length and persistence. Fine, ripe tannins lead into a long, spicy, well-balanced finish. Enjoy with rices with meat, stews, mushroom dishes, poultry and blue cheeses. (from the vintner)