2008 Betz Family Winery Bésoleil Grenache $54.99

This Betz wine is a blend of 82% Grenache, 9% Mourvedre, 9% Syrah from Ciel du Cheval, Olsen and Alder Ridge Vineyards. The first thing you'll notice is the color of the wine. Pretty dark but heading to a delicate ruby rim. Some good sweet fruit on the nose with notes of blackberry, strawberry, anise, and just a hint of herbs like thyme. Pretty big on the palate. Well-balanced yet there was a slight metallic note that kept popping up. Wine needs a few years before it starts to show its true style.