2011 Quilceda Creek Columbia Valley Red Blend

(91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc): Good dark red. Superripe aromas of boysenberry, mocha and coffee, conveying an almost roasted aspect. Then wonderfully full, plush and sweet in the mouth, with cherry and currant flavors given added sex appeal by a chocolatey quality. Utterly seamless wine with a very long, sweetly tannic after. This offers immediate pleasure at a very reasonable price. (Stephen Tanzer)