Aromas of blueberry and blue fruit mingle with a hint of bacon. On the palate, pronounced flavors of blueberry dominate, along with dark chocolate, spice and a slight vanilla undertone. Medium-bodied, this wine has good structure, and full, yet refined tannins, which yield on a long, elegant finish.

2007 began with a dry winter and spring, with about half of the usual rainfall. The drier climate created ideal growing conditions with manageable yields in the vineyards. Moderate temperatures, without the typical heat spikes in September and October leading into harvest, allowed the fruit to ripen evenly, without dehydration.