Winemaker Andrzej Lipinski has crafted quite the beauty in the bottle here, one that seems to improve and become more complex the longer it is open … the other amazing part is how smooth it continues to be from beginning to end. Andrzej downloaded Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot (64%, 18%, 9% and 9%) into this wine and let it rest in barrel for 17 months in a medium toast French oak barrel. What has emerged is quite the big, fruity, enjoyable ensemble. The nose has strawberries, raspberries, spice, black pepper, sweet licorice, herbal notes and many more aromas to keep you occupied. The palate proves to be just as complex, matching the nose flavour for smell, while doling out a smoky-coffee note not found on the nose. Oh so yummy and oh so good. Price: $36.00 – Rating: *****