The Hilt, Vanguard Pinot Noir other_regions licorice and wild sage

licorice and wild sage

full of debt

all wrapped in a very firm and explosively long finish

crammed into a single bottle

balanced and with building tannic grip

The Hilt, Vanguard Pinot Noir other_regions licorice and wild sage(made from fruit grown in the Sanford & Benedict and Bien Nacido vineyards; 45% new oak), Brilliant ruby red. Highly perfumed aromas of red and dark berry preserves and allspice, complicated by a sexy potpourri element. Shows very good clarity and lift on the palate, with strong mineral cut to its exotic raspberry and cherry cola flavors. Emphatically fruity and broad on the finish, which is nicely framed by smooth, slow building tannins. This suave