2016 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse Bodegas Oliveras California-style white wine boasts fresh

California-style white wine boasts fresh grapefruit and lemon verbena aromas

peach and nectarine

The wine starts off on the fruity and light side

complemented by notes of dark chocolate and spice

I suspect it’s going to drink nicely right out of the gate (that’s the vintage) yet

2016 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse Bodegas Oliveras California-style white wine boasts freshAn intriguing late release red, with some lovely signs of evolution balsamic, leafy tobacco, forest floor notes melding seamlessly with juicy plum sauce and mocha accents. A salty beam of acidity brings energy. Elegant, long and caressing, offering plenty of fleshiness and charm. Drinking beautifully now, with life for the cellar. Delicious. Grenache and Syrah. 93 Pts Wine Spectator