Alcohol only 13.0%. Pale, ruby-orange color. Succulent in sweet char, vanilla, cherry-raspberry meringue, nutmeggy spice, smoke. Filled with life and zest due to crisp acidity and fresh flavors. Cherries, pomegranates, sweet herbal tea. Dry, balanced, elegant. A bit sharp in the finish, though. ——S.H.(6/1/2005)—— 89