Country: U.S.A.

Region: California

Vintage: 2018

Cépage: Syrah; Petite Sirah; Grenache; Cabernet Sauvignon

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 92 (RP); 91 (JS)

" Aged for eight months in oak (27% new; of which, 57% was French oak), the 2018 Proprietary Red Abstract is a blend of Petite Sirah, Syrah, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple colored, it offers up bombastic notions of crushed black cherries, warm plums and blueberry compote with hints of dried herbs, spice box and new leather. Full-bodied, the palate explodes with rich, ripe black and blue berry preserves and a velvety texture, finishing long and vibrant."

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