2005 Happs P.F. Red PRESERVATIVE FREE

An unusual blend comprising Grenache, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo and Tinta Cao. Almost opaque black crimson colour with black crimson hue. The nose is impressive, with aroma of liquorice, dark chocolate and mocha. It is difficult to determine any of the individual components in the wine, they have managed to merge in a manner that works. Fine grained tannins, on the dry side, with aftertaste of raspberry, cedar and dark chocolate.
Cellar 2-3 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 14%

Retasted August 2007.
Opaque black crimson colour with black purple hue. Vanilla top note followed by plum and ripe blackberry with just a hint of leather as an end note. On the palate earth, leather and plum flavours are evident. Fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of leather, plum and spice. An old fashioned red.
Cellar 3-4 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%
89 Points

First Tasted October 2006
The blend is made up of Grenache, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo and Tinta Cao. Vibrant crimson mauve colour with purple cling and mauve purple hue. Superb, lifted nose of raspberry, spice and blackberry. The palate has a complex array of primary fruit flavours – raspberry, liquorice, spice, plum and black cherry. Fine, dry and slightly assertive tannins. Long cherry, raspberry, spice and plum aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years (2008-2009)
Alc/Vol: 14%
91 Points