This graceful and structured wine presents dark purple hues with aromas of deep black plum, blackberry, espresso, and notes of anise. Flavors of blackberry, cassis, molasses, and toasted barrel add extra depth and texture. The 2014 Napa Valley lu is rich and complex with a nice mouthfeel and excellent length. Some subtle fruit and polish to this Bordeaux blend. It’s full-to medium-bodied, soft-textured and fresh and bright on the finish. Outstanding energy and focus. Drink in 2019. Their 2014 Elu Proprietary Red is a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 12% Malbec and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. This sees 100% French oak for 19 months, of which 46% is new. Loads of crŠme de cassis, blueberry, honeysuckle, plum and coffee bean notes are present in this lush, opulent, sexy and open-knit wine that is a characteristic of 2014. The acidity is low, the tannin fine-grained and the wine irresistible already. Drink it over the next 15 or so years.
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