A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, the 2008 d’Armailhac has a deep garnet color, with a touch of brick. It needs a little coaxing to unlock notes of cigar box, crushed rocks, and smoked meats, over a core of figs, prunes, and fruitcake. The medium-bodied palate is chewy and refreshing, with savory layers and an herbal lift on the finish.








