1994 Bernardus Marinus Carmel Valley.

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A Bordeaux style blend of estate grapes grown in the upper Carmel Valley. Cabernet, Cab Franc, Merlot, and petite Verdot make up the blend in this Big, Bad, Boy. Completely devoid of the "veggies " that used to dominate reds from this gorgeous valley. Opaque with nary a hint of edge color. Aroma starting to develop. A rush of black fruits, cassis, and cigar-box. Large entry, a middle palate that's weighty and a long finish that is shut down after 20 or so seconds by the tannins.A wine to let sleep at least another 3-4 and with the stuffin' to last till Hotsie gets into his new cellar. Potentially a 90-93. 25 box price on release. WW