From The David Show, comes what I have deemed my just rewards for a lackadaisical sampling on the couch with the Mrs. The Amavi Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla 2008: Grade=Outstanding+. With 15% Merlot, 5% Syrah and 3% Cab Franc, this monster red is still youthful and shy, though its black fruits are still showing off well. Firm grip on the palate, with voluptuous tannins and a powerful display of blackberry, cassis, chocolate, vanilla, black pepper, graphite and cedar, this big ‘un made my evening.
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