V. Vineyards 2014 Audace

The Wine  93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck The 2014 Audace, 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc.   CA Clone 7. 100% barrel fermented and barrel aged for 22 months on 80% new French Oak.  The alcohol content is 15.1% Mr. Hoefliger’s Tasting Notes Color: Deep dark black ink with touches of Ferrari red and magentaOn the Nose: Beautiful cedar, pencil shavings, graphite with touches of blueberry pie, black cherries, black pepper, geranium, cassis, licorice, dark chocolate, black olive and slate.On the Palate: Beautiful silky entrance evolving on acidic and fine framed tannins with touches of violet, blackberry preserve and lilac.   Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Points:  "The flagship cuvee is the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Audace, which normally includes small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc raised in 80% new French oak. The 2014 has a gorgeous bouquet of blueberries, blackcurrants, cedarwood, spice and dried flowers. This carries to a very pretty, polished, elegant 2014 that has