The 2007 Edom is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (59%), Merlot (19%), Cabernet Franc (12%) and Petite Verdot (10%). Revisiting this wine provided some interesting insights. It remains quite elegant and graceful. The tannins pop out with air and provide some subtle grip, but they are much better integrated now. The herbaceous notes have moderated as well, receding into the whole. In many respects, this wine is far more charming now than on release, showing impeccable balance. It usually seems to be fun to drink. Age has had some downside, though. It has thinned and it faded fairly quickly once given some air. After an hour, it became less and less interesting as its lack of mid-palate concentration became an issue. There were times when it began to seem a simply a bit too thin and short. Still, this is quite a friendly wine that has lots of charm. Consider it to be at peak now, although it should hold on a few more years easily enough. Drink now-2015. Importer: Royal Wine Corp., Bayonne, NJ; tel. (718) 534-0118

A concentrated Bordeaux-style blend comprised of 59% Cab Sauv, 19% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc and 10% Petit Verdot. Black currant and plum dominate the nose while flavors of herbal spice, cigar box and licorice flesh out the medium-weight mouth. The tannins are strong but refined, lingering well through the finish.——L.B.(4/1/2010)—— 86