Blending in wine is an art, and Sam Kaplan, who created this blend before bottling his single-vineyard wines, demonstrates true mastery. With 1,000 cases produced, this wine impresses with its balance, complexity, and sheer deliciousness. It boasts a solid framework, opening with black and red-toned fruits complemented by a medley of savoury spices. Full-bodied and framed by pixelated, very fine-grained tannins that coat the palate, it showcases a purity of fruit and a harmonious balance of power and elegance. This wine is built for the long term, rewarding patience in the cellar. A testament to exceptional vineyard sources, smart picking decisions, and skilled winemaking, it achieves a remarkable, captivating and enduring equilibrium. (JC)