fresh pastry

especially in cooler years

showing very well even if it was bottled only one month before I tasted it

a fine bead of acidity and good weight

is still in barrel

Realm Cellars, The Bard Vintage:2016 fresh pastryA blend of 21 different lots from 11 different vineyards, the 2017 The Bard is composed of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13% Merlot. Deep garnet purple colored, it bursts out of the glass with blackcurrant cordial, warm plums, redcurrant jelly and chocolate covered cherries notes, leading to a minty undercurrent with a waft of cinnamon. Medium to full bodied, soft textured and refreshing, it delivers a good core of black fruit on the palate, finishing