Foxen Cuvée Jeanne Marie Williamson-Doré Vineyard (Santa Ynez Valley) 2013

This blend of 76% Grenache and 24% Mourvèdre is a deep purple at this stage (no sediment to speak of yet). It offers a vibrant bouquet of red and black fruit with a dash of spice. The palate's flavor associations likewise are dominated by forward red and black fruit (mostly the latter), but there is a strong dash of black licorice on the finish. Not a vin de grade, but very enjoyable for near term drinking. Grade: 89