Caliber

Aromatic intensity is immediately apparent, with star anise and clove leaping from the glass alongside charred cedar and a sweeter note of blackberry tart. Despite this initial lift, the bouquet remains tightly coiled, revealing its depth slowly and deliberately. With time, subtle layers of spiced cinnamon and rich fig jam begin to surface, hinting at the wine’s complexity and restrained power. The palate mirrors the nose in its sense of secrecy and control, unfolding in measured layers bound by finely grained, velvety tannins that are seamlessly integrated. Draped over this structural core are restrained yet persistent flavors of sweet black cherry and olallieberry jam, complemented by a savory undercurrent of charred steak. The finish is smooth, long, and composed, marked by a lingering return of clove spice and a soft vanillin sweetness that echoes gracefully.