Pondera’s Sericus is based upon Merlot, while this Bordeaux-style blend is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon. Solid fruit flavors of blueberry and plum are set amid sweet spices from the barrel aging. Cinnamon, sweet black tea and fine tannins lead through a balanced, lingering finish, with good grip and weight.——P.G.(4/1/2012)—— 90

Pondera’s Sericus blend is based upon Merlot (60%) with Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Cab Franc (10%) filling it out. It’s consistent with its compadres in the lineup—a bit pruny, forward, hot and broad. These are all wines to drink up; it seems unlikely that age will favor them.——P.G.(5/1/2009)—— 85