ROBERT PARKER REVIEW: The dark ruby/purple-tinged 2004 Xtant exhibits a sexy bouquet of chocolate, smoked herbs, black currants, and blackberries, full body, nicely integrated tannin, acidity, wood, and alcohol, and a seductive, long finish.

WINE SPECTATOR RATING: 94

WINE SPECTATOR REVIEW: A rich, graceful and seductive style that exhibits layers of ripe plum, currant and jazzy smoky, toasty oak, with hints of mocha that fan out on the palate. Ends with ripe, supple tannins and a long, elegant finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec.

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64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 7% Malbec. Winemaker Jeff Gaffner has spent over 20 years making quality wines, and his time spent with Chateau St. Jean's "Cinq Cepages" has much to do with his approach to winemaking. He is a firm believer in connecting with a vineyard and feels the most important thing a grower and winemaker can put in their vineyard is their shadow.

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