title: Leoness 2011 Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Temecula Valley)
description: An alluring combination of smoked meats and roasted peppers—think chile relleno with chorizo—frame the the aromas of this bottling, alongside espresso, mocha and fresh cigar. Once sipped, there's a smooth mouthfeel with cedar and cherry flavors, a touch of oregano and an oaky vanilla sense on the finish. The 19% Merlot evens things out.
variety: Cabernet Franc-Merlot