Verite La Joie 2014

Powerful and deeply layered, this Cabernet Sauvignon-led Sonoma blend combines cassis and dark fruit with graphite, tobacco, truffle and savoury spice. Fine, structured tannins and vibrant freshness balance its concentration, while French oak ageing contributes polish to the long, complex finish.

Food Pairing: Pair with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, roast lamb, beef tenderloin, venison, truffle dishes, and aged hard cheeses.

96 Points - James Suckling

Aromas of lead pencil, graphite and hot slate. Blackcurrants, too. Full-bodied, very tight and tannic. Linear and driven on the finish. Very fresh and energized. Racy and focused. Primarily cabernet sauvignon.

95 Points - Robert Parker The Wine Advocate

Deep ruby-garnet, the 2014 La Joie is alluringly tertiary on the nose with tones of iodine and truffle, old cigars, dried tobacco and blackcurrant. The medium-bodied palate is velvety and seamless, and the wine is showing a structural harmony and ideal balance of fruit and umami character.