2004 Pillar Box Red

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I paid $9.99 plus tax for mine. Just had it this week and I enjoyed it. Dense, dark purple in the glass; opaque. Fruit-driven, smooth-tasting, not tannic. Black fruits such as currants and blackberries in the flavors, matching the nose. The Cabernet Sauvignon probably dominates but it does reflect the blend of red varieties and is not Bordeaux-like. Feels like extracted particles are present, but is still an enjoyable, quaffable wine. Doesn't taste overly hot from the 15% alcohol by volume, but the impact of the alcohol was felt in a slightly tipsy feeling after two 5-oz. glasses.