Not a pure offering. The nose has a severe case of funk and gaminess, with spice notes veering to cinnamon and red pepper flake. The palate is quite acidic, as if it were overly acidified during winemaking, and thus the flavors run toward tangy berry jam. A bouncy, tough road to cover. The blend is 70% Merlot with 20% Cab and 10% Syrah.——M.S.(6/1/2008)—— 82