The 2016 Journey is a blend of 68% Merlot and 32% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 20 months in 46% new French oak. It has a medium to deep ruby color and a spicy nose with pure aromas of cumin, coriander seed and cardamom over Morello cherries, bay leaf, milk chocolate, blueberries and violet. It's medium to full-bodied, slowly opening its flavor layers like a new blossom, framed by firm, ripe, pleasantly chewy tannins and great freshness, finishing long and spicy. This will benefit from a bit more time in bottle. 300 cases were made. Winemaker Marcia Torres Forno says, "We're bringing the blend back to a higher percentage of Merlot, because that's what Matanzas is—a Merlot house, known for its classic, more rustic style."