Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Proprietary Red Abstract leaps from the glass with a pretty perfume of chocolate-covered cherries, stewed plums and kirsch with hints of Chinese five spice, menthol and Ceylon tea plus a waft of wild sage. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has lovely purity with juicy black and red berry flavors and a soft texture, finishing with a minty lift. 44,322 cases were made.

Ripe and plump, with dried cherry, roasted sage, black olive and smoked pepper accents that finish with firm tannins. Syrah, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. Drink now through 2029. 44,322 cases made.