Vivid magenta. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes fresh dark berries, baking spices, cola, candied rose and musky underbrush. Blends power and delicacy with a sure hand, offering sweet black raspberry, cherry liqueur, spicecake and black tea flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. The floral and spice notes drive an impressively long, well-delineated finish that features dusty tannins and a strong whiplash of sweet dark berries.

Sourced from a vineyard planted in 1968 by Oregon pioneer Dick Erath, this complex and textural effort melds together brambly blackberry fruit with elements of spice, sassafras, and mocha. The wine is nicely layered through the lingering finish. It should continue to drink well through 2025. Editors’ Choice.