Velvety and round, generous and ripe, with cherry and floral aromas and flavors. A hint of white chocolate adds to the allure of the finish. Drink now through 2018. 219 cases made.??–HS??Region: Oregon / Southern Oregon / Umpqua Valley Select to Add

This Grenache-based wine includes 10% Tempranillo, 4% Malbec and 2% Syrah in the sophisticated blend. Recently bottled, it’s still tight, tannic, and hiding much of its fruit. The aromas give an indication of what’s to come—cranberry fruit and lemony acidity, with some firm tannins. ——P.G.(10/1/2010)—— 87

This sharp, acidic Garnacha is the latest expansion of Abacela’s Iberian explorations. Grapey and young, with strawberry fruit and a lick of anise, it’s still quite tight and should improve with additional bottle age.——P.G.(12/15/2009)—— 87