Well-established hillside vineyards are the foundation of this wine, giving the finished blend its intense inner core of fruit. It is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc. Aromas of cedary oak, currants, black cherries and ripe plums are rich and concentrated on the palate. The firm tannins underlying the wine's core provide balance, leading to a long, lingering finish.