2016 Ferrari-Carano Tresor, Sonoma County, USA

Always a blend of the classic five Bordeaux varietals this 2016 is 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec, 8% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc.  Dense and rich bouquet of dark currant and black cherry and cassis like fruit on the nose with dark coco, cedar, graphite, tobacco spice and espresso to compliment the intense fruit.  Big and chewy on the tongue with rich berry fruit, thick and chewy with ripe round tannins, a firm hand of acidity and a host of that spice and earth notes from the nose lingering through the finish, this wine is one of the best values that I have tasted this year!  It is even better on the second day and will last a decade or two in the cellar.  Finish 50+  Most Excellent