violet-laced finish

A coating of fine-grained tannin frames the finish as it tapers off

graphite and blackberries

and homeopathic teas and preparations

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2014 Eyrie Pinot Noir South Block Reserve MAGNUM Aubert violet-laced finishFrom vines planted in 1968 in the original Eyrie vineyard, the 2014 Pinot Noir South Block Reserve is pale to medium ruby in color with a savory nose of sweet tobacco and scorched earth with blood orange peel, dried black tea leaves, dried red roses and cola. Light to medium bodied, it features red fruits in the mouth with lovely layers of amaro, yellow raisin and tobacco, with firm, fine grained tannins and juicy acidity, finishing very long, layered