Mark Herold 'Collide' Red 2013

Collide is a blend of Spanish varietals, 33 percent Tempranillo, 30 percent Carignon, 23 percent Petit Sirah, and the remaining 14 Percent is Graciano. "A brooding and serious wine. Powerful aromas of the blackest blackberries, dusty plums, ripe blueberries, sun baked rocks, dried wildflowers, pencil lead and licorice with hints of black cardamom, smoldering cherry wood and brown sugar.  The palate is all at once chewy, plush and savory; delivering loads of black fruit flavors.  Not one sip disappoints.  The tannins are firm and the finish is memorable.  A non-traditional blend that is a Cabernet lover’s dream! This immediately enjoyable wine will cellar very well over the next 15 years."