2005, Franciscan Estate, Napa Valley Magnificat Red

Deep garnet.  Enticing aromas of dark cherry and black plum with a dark chocolate background and notes of sage and black tea.  Appealing and complex.  Elegant, well structured mouthfeel, with cherries, rich chocolate, black pepper and vibrant plum flavors filling the palate.  Very supple, with fine texture and firm structure, giving an immediately approachable richness.  The finish is a seamless continuation of fruit and cocoa like tannins.

Source: Franciscan Estate