93pts Jeb Dunnuck

Functioning as an entry-level wine of the estate and a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, aging in 50% new barrels, the 2020 Parabellum Alluvio boasts a healthy purple hue to go with complex notes of lavender, chocolate, peppery herbs, and both red and blue fruits. This medium to full-bodied, pure, concentrated red has ripe tannins, terrific balance, and a great finish.

Tasting Notes

The best vintage of Alluvio yet and the most universally appealing, the blend works so harmoniously to marry rich Cabernet black fruits with velvety Merlot red fruits. Like the Coulee, the texture is mind-melting and creamy--it would be enough if it stopped there but no, give me tobacco, warm earth, and graphite accents and you've made me an even bigger fan.

Blend:42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot