Gundlach Bundschu Vintage Reserve 2014

Deep garnet in color with a hint of purple, the 2014 Vintage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon displays a relatively earthy nose with notes of tree bark, black loam and iron ore over a core of blackberry preserves, aged meat and cigar boxes. Rich and full-bodied on the palate, it gives wonderfully ripe tannins and great freshness to frame and lift the generous fruit. It finishes long with plenty of savory/earthy flavors.

A blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 1% Merlot, this is a hearty sanguine red wine, with highlights of eucalyptus, peppercorn and billowy tobacco-laden tannin. Well integrated, it shows plenty of oak and inky concentration.