Picardy 2001 Bordeaux Blend (45% Merlot 28% cabernet) is due for release in May (retail $28-32). Purple in colour with a dark hue the wine has a lifted nose of perfumed notes with sweet berry fruit and mint which translates to a good solid palate of savoury cherry and chocolate. The wine needs time to show its best, and whilst it is a well made wine, it didn't grab me but I am sure others would love it (that means you Gary Walsh.) Rated as Recommended with *** for value.