Rasa QED Convergence Red Blend 2009
The 2009 QED offers complex aromatics, seductive texture, concentrated mid-palate, and a very long finish. The aromatics consists of a beguiling note of kirsch, supported by notes of cedar, spice, vanilla, earth, lavender, dark chocolate, and white pepper. On the palate the complexity continues with notes of kirsch, raspberry, blueberry, spice, black truffle, gravel, scorched earth, and smoked meat. Nuances of vanilla, white pepper, and tar can also be found. This wine has the signature of all the Rasa wines: gorgeous mouthfeel, exquisite balance, cashmere-like tannins, and a long, resonant finish. Although one cannot be faulted for opening the wine now, it will continue to improve for the next 6-8 years and will hold for approximately 15-20 years. The composition is 71% Syrah (Les Collines, Seven Hills, Portteus), 14% Grenache (Minick), 12% Mourvèdre (Minick), 3% Viognier (Les Collines). — Winemaker
