Stinson Vineyards Tannat

Vibrant purple color. Gorgeous dark fruit on the nose (plum skin, black currant) along with rich earth, graphite, anise and violets — lots of aromatic complexity that comes out with air. Full-bodied on the palate with structured tannins, but bright acidity keeps it from being heavy. Pretty but deep fruit (blueberry, black cherry, dark plum) topped with notes of violet petals, clove and wet earth. Impressive purity of flavor and an underlying elegance for a young Tannat. 2013 was a …