The 2005 continues to exhibit a European-styled finesse, elegance, and a certain austerity. The wine also shows considerable new oak, lots of acidity, which is almost atypical for this vineyard site, and a deep ruby/purple color with notes of cedar, bay leaf, cigar box, and copious quantities of black currant liqueur. It is a streamlined, classic, but slightly austere style for Bryant. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025. Winemaking consultant Philippe Melka was let go at Bryant, with Mark Aubert becoming the full-time winemaker working in conjunction with globe-trotting oenologist and consultant Michel Rolland.(Not yet released)Telephone: 707-963-0483, Fax: 707-963-0482, Email: info@bryantwines