The Williamsburg Winery 2009 Gabriel Archer Reserve Red (Virginia)

Country: US / Gabriel Archer Reserve
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend Virginia
Winery: The Williamsburg Winery / Virginia

A blend of 44% Petit Verdot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Malbec, 12% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, this is dressed with brown spices, tart cherries, dried rose petals and char aromas. Medium in body, it has polished acids and fine, muscular tannins that latch onto the finish.