oculus is 71% merlot, with 16% cabernet sauvignon and 13% cabernet franc finishing the blend. as with mission hill's other high-end red blends, it's almost jet black in hue, with scents of smoke and char around blackberry and black cherry fruit. chocolate and espresso flavors come through strongly, and the tannins are quite drying. it's a style ready-made for a thick, juicy steak.
Oculus