Long and floral on the finish – still full of life and energy

the larger-scaled flavors possess more size and weight if not the same refinement or minerality as the Latricières where the supporting tannins coat the palate on the grippy

” Matured in French oak for nearly two years

Voluptuous on the palate with loads of succulent fruit (a rarity in this challenging vintage)

(93-95)/2031+

Bevan Cellars, Ontogeny other_regions Long and floral on theOntogeny is a barrel selection blend of Bevan's vineyard sources, Tench, Sugarloaf, Harbison, Wildfoote, Saunders and Sage Ridge. The varieties include, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. Deep garnet purple in color, the 2018 Ontogeny Proprietary Red Wine comes barreling out of the glass with intensely fruity notes of crme de cassis, black cherry preserves and stewed plums plus a savory undercurrent of grilled meats, sauted