You can lose yourself in this wine’s nose, as ripe fruit aromas of blackberry, cassis and kirsch are tempered with leather, lead and spice. Flavors of equally ripe fruit are intense and backed with a metallic edge, while the feel is smooth and dry. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre and Roussanne. ——M.D.(10/1/2006)—— 89