Torbreck, Laird Vintage:2010 Lush and plush velvety tannins

Lush and plush velvety tannins unfold to a refined and almost powdery texture

The wine was made from a blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Franc

fine-grained tannins

quince and wild honey

Torbreck, Laird Vintage:2010 Lush and plush velvety tanninsDeep garnet purple in color, the 2008 The Laird is a little restrained to begin, opening out after a few moments and much coaxing to an extraordinary array of creme de cassis and black plum based aromas with underlying chocolate box, licorice, exotic spice, oolong tea and clove hints with a touch of earthy loam. Richly textured, dense and with a provocative meaty earthy savory, the palate is complex and layered revealing menthol and ripe black fruit