2015 Leonetti Cellar Reserve, Walla Walla Valley, USA 2023 this is a 30 that

this is a 30 that starts with a bit of understatement and keeps getting more impressive

Full-bodied with totally integrated tannins and a palate presence that is pretty spectacular

Aromatics of pipe tobacco

showing vanilla and honey

Several lots underwent extended maceration to soften the tannins

2015 Leonetti Cellar Reserve, Walla Walla Valley, USA 2023 this is a 30 thatWINEMAKER'S NOTES: "Color is deeply saturated ruby. Our flagship 15 Reserve has an explosive nose of vanilla, lavender, cinnamon graham cracker, and puree of ripe brambles. Time in the glass reveals secondary notes of cedar and strawberry rhubarb pie. Seamless tannins and incredible length. With a finish resembling cherry liqueur, the Malbec brings the wine into tight focus."