Venus La Universal’s 2007 Dido is a blend of Garnacha, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon with 67% of the wine aged for 6 months in a mix of new and used French oak. Deep crimson colored, it sports an enticing perfume of mineral, pencil lead, violets, spice box, black currant, and black cherry. Smooth-textured, ripe, and full-flavored, it has enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years but can be enjoyed now and over the next 6-8 years.
Importer: Domaine Select Wine Estates, New York, NY; www.domaineselect.com