Verite Le Desir Red Blend 2021

"The 2021 Vérité Le Désir is a prestigious Cabernet Franc-based blend from Sonoma County, inspired by the iconic wines of Saint-Émilion. This vintage presents a dark ruby-purple appearance and an exuberant bouquet of violet blossom, black tea, and crushed walnut shell, complemented by layers of blackcurrant and plum. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and well-structured, balancing firm tannins with vibrant acidity and savory notes of graphite and petrichor minerality. Boasting exceptional scores including a 100-point rating from James Suckling, this refined red blend is approachable now after decanting but possesses the depth and tension to age gracefully for decades."