DORIS Cabernet Sauvignon 2023Cassis and black cherry wrapped in graphite, bay leaf, and a hint of cedar smoke. Theres a subtle savory edgedried sage, crushed stonethat keeps the fruit grounded rather than showy. On the palate its poised and precise, dark fruit carried by fine, chalky tannins and a cool line of acidity, finishing long with notes of cocoa nib and pencil shavings.

it’s medium-bodied and energetic

as the years have gone by

The wine is graceful

and gorgeous-drinking verve on the palate

no chemical shortcuts

on this producer

and was bottled at 96 proof

or simply enjoyed on its own

“Guiraud is a very ambitious property with aspirations to produce a wine that will one day rival d`Yquem

linear acidity

like a devoted Border Collie making sure all remained steady

It has pretty scents of quince