Fidelitas Meritage "Optu" 06

Fidelitas Meritage "Optu" 06: "Velvety, round and generous with its black currant, blackberry and green olive flavors. This has a supple texture and an expressive finish, picking up smoke and chocolate notes as the finish lingers. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2016." H.S.

2005 Vintage Tasting Notes

In Latin, Optu means "best." A harmonious, seamless wine of exceptional character, Optu unites five different varietals from the Columbia Valley's most prestigious vineyards. The result? A tremendously complex wine with black, dense, satiny texture, heavenly black raspberry, cherry and oak flavors that shine now, and will only become more irresistible with age.