Incorporating a touch more Cabernet Franc and made from 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot (the Petit Verdot always comes from the Ciel du Cheval vineyard on Red Mountain), the 2002 Harrison Hill is one of the richer, more full-throttle and ripe vintages for this cuvee out there. Loaded with notions of black currants, crushed rocks, toasted spice and licorice, it hits the palate with full-bodied rich, lots of fruit and a slightly evolved, ready to go style. There’s tons of richness here, yet its open knit feel makes me suspect it’s best consumed over the coming 4-6 years to be on the safe side.

The 2002 Harrison Hill, which sports a nose of spices, cedar, blackberries, and cassis, is silky-textured and medium to full-bodied. Incredibly pure, detailed flavors of cassis liqueur and blackberries are found in its broad character. Graceful yet muscular, this gorgeous effort possesses a surprisingly long, angle-free finish. Drink it over the next 12-15 years. Tel. (425) 489-0544; www.delillecellars.com