Vandal Combat Rouge Field Blend 2022

New Zealand50% Pinot Noir, 35% Cabernet Franc, 15% ViognierThree famous winemakers remain anonymous and make unfined,unfiltered wines in a very non-NZ style. This smells like the Loire Valleyto me, and its cofermented style delivers a very pretty version of whatcould have been huge, but strokes your cheek instead of punching it.It has black peppercorn, earth, musk, and cedar to back up the redcurrant and black cherry. Elegant and delicious for 2 days open, andperfect with poultry, lamb, and mushrooms.