Aquilini 2015 Red Mountain Family Blend 750ml

A classic Bordeaux-style blend with a big dollop of syrah (32 percent) mixed in makes for a fascinating and delicious wine. It opens with aromas of black olives, cured meats and moist Earth, followed by bold flavors of blackberry jam, dark chocolate, a hint of vanilla and dusty minerality. It’s all backed by smooth tannins that give way to a robust finish.

-- Andy Purdue, Seattle Times, Nov 2018