1 | Wine | Red, 2009, Kosher for Passover

"There's good balance, power and richness to the dried berry flavors, which are flanked by savory and mineral notes. The muscular finish features plenty of tannins."

"As tends to be the case, this is tighter, more focused, more powerful and a bit harder edged than the Petit Castel – not surprising considering that this is Cabernet-dominated and the Petit Castel is Merlot-dominated – but they still have similar styles. This is a moderately earthy wine this year – less earthy than the 2009 Petit Castel, though – with seductive texture and focus."

"Full-bodied wine exhibiting blackberry, cherry and licorice aromas and flavors, with mocha and vanilla from the barrel aging. This wine is nicely balanced with ample but smooth tannins. Enjoy with grilled portabello mushrooms, roast turkey or grilled steak."