Raphael 2007 La Tavola Red (North Fork of Long Island)

Country: US / La Tavola
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend New York
Winery: Raphael / North Fork of Long Island

This is a reserved and elegant example, fashioned along European lines. There’s mixed vegetable and tomato notes upfront and a juicy palate of red fruit rounded out by a vanilla top note. The medium finish shows soft tannins. Serve with firm cheese. Drink now to 2011.