Keplinger Lithic 2013 5.0L OWC Size:5.0L but displays no harshness

but displays no harshness

grilled herbs and lavender saturate the palate

blackberry and cherry

I say this with confidence because a 1983 Quilceda Creek Cabernet tasted in May 2008 is at its peak now and should carry on for another 10-15 years

perhaps just a little austere compared to its peers

Keplinger Lithic 2013 5.0L OWC Size:5.0L but displays no harshness"The 2013 Lithic, Keplinger's Grenache based red, is superb. Delineated, focused and bright, the 2013 shows the darker side of Grenache, along with nuanced aromatics and fabulous balance. Hints of licorice, flowers and spices add nuance in the glass, but like all of these 2013s, the Lithic speaks to absolute finesse. Interestingly, the fruit profile is quite dark for a Grenache based wine, while the 30% whole clusters are nearly buried." Vinous, AG94,