Rodney Strong, Symmetry Red Blend, Sonoma County, California, USA 2018

This is a classic, recognisable California Red Blend from legacy producer Rodney Strong. The nose offers red and black fruits that are slightly dried, plus fresh vanilla bean. The palate is generous and full of dark fruits, plus a grounded, earthy nature from the extended oak ageing. The blend is the showcase, with no particular grape rushing to the finish line.