The truth is out there … or at least it’s here in this bottle, or so the label promises. The blend is Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah and is touted as the pinnacle of the Nyarai line of wines. Nose is raspberry with red licorice and vanilla; palate is super-smooth and has lots of raspberry and cherry, hints of blackberry and cassis with whiffs of vanilla-smoke it also has nicely weighted (but balanced) tannins. The finish kicks in with raspberry, anise and pepper – and don’t forget the cocoa that shows up mid-palate; but with everything else going on I wouldn’t be surprised if you missed it. Price: $26.95 - Rating: ****+