Red Newt Cellars 2005 Viridescens Red (Finger Lakes)

Country: US / Viridescens
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend New York
Winery: Red Newt Cellars / Finger Lakes

This ambitious, impressively structured wine will appeal to those who run from wines made in the fruit-bomb style. The subdued nose has earthy notes, while the palate is all about minerals and green pepper. A year or two in the cellar will allow the grippy tannins to integrate.