2023 Law Estate 'Audacious'

A blend of 39% Grenache, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carignane, and 13% Syrah vinified with 9% whole clusters and aged 22 months in 60% new French oak puncheons, barrels, and 10% foudre, the 2023 Audacious has beautiful black cherry and darker, raspberry-like fruits, leather, peppery herbs, and incense on the nose. It's incredibly complex, and I guess the closest thing that comes to mind would be a beautiful Priorat if tasted blind. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, with a pure, focused mouthfeel, ripe and polished tannins, and a great, great finish. The acidity is nicely integrated, as is the oak, and this complex, nuanced beauty has so much to love. I'd be thrilled to drink a bottle today, yet it will keep for 15 years or more. Drink 2026-2041.

The 2023 Audacious is hauntingly dark and youthfully brooding, with a smoldering wave of black fruits elevated by minty herbs, nuances of camphor, cedar box and citrus zest. This is bright and punchy on the palate, with silky textures enhanced by a core of vibrant acidity as mineral-inflected wild berry fruits cascade across the senses. It tapers off wickedly fresh, long, structured and refined, with a web of sweet tannins that frame hints of graphite. The Audacious is a high-energy blend of 39% Grenache, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carignane and 13% Syrah.