dark purple fruit is upstaged by the strong umami character on the nose of this blend of 41% syrah, 32% mourvèdre and 27% grenache, reminiscent of soy, shiitake mushroom and beef jerky. there is a rustic and gamy quality to the dark berry-laced palate, with meat, leather and spice qualities, lifted by a touch of licorice.
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