Impressive at the first sip, this wine offers the deep, dark black fruit flavors Rhone lovers crave. Tightly weaved with nuances of herbs, olives, leather, smoke, and the sweetness of toasty oak, this wine holds your attention until the last drop. It’s a wonderful choice for holiday suppers and special celebrations—serve it with goose, prime rib, or rack of lamb. It’s also excellent with the game specialties now in local markets, like buffalo. Quite drinkable now, but it will reward those who age it three to five years. This collectible wine is a great gift for anyone who loves classic Rhone wines. Available at the tasting room for $55.00, or online at www.adelaida.com.

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