Sculpterra Figurine Paso Robles 2018

93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Dark aromas of blueberry and dried carnation pick up a toasty tone on the nose of this blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Primitivo and 12% Merlot. The smooth palate is well integrated, showing crushed slate minerality, dark berry, plum and dried fennel atop a chiseled structure. Alcohol 15.4%. (May 2021)"

Producer notes: "2018 Sculpterra Figurine is our classic trademark blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Primitivo, and 12% Merlot. It opens with aromas of raspberry pie crust, black pepper, licorice candy, lilac, baked earth and ends on toasted oak. The mirage of light red fruits provided by Primitivo and the wholesome integration of dark fruits delivered by Cabernet make this blend vibrant, expressive and all around charming. Plum, cherry soda aromas, mocha and black pepper bouquets dominate on the nose, while the mouthfeel is smoothly layered and integrated with new American oak barrels. These woody spice notes carry throughout the wine’s broad palate, decorating the savory black olive, charred meat and oregano spice taste. The wine’s overall fruity taste is offset and framed by dry and polished tannins."