I’m not one to tease, but in this case I kind of have to because if I don’t give you a heads-up on how good it is, then when it’s released in a couple of months you may miss out, and the wine will remain, an enigma.  With its glossy, inky, crimson-black colour, seductive perfume of dark berries, vanilla and cocoa characters, this beautifully balanced mélange of merlot, cabernet franc and malbec is absolutely divine.

Sip with: Braised Beef Cheeks Bourguignon

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