A product of Robert Campisi’s second vintage as the head winemaker at Dunham, this edition of Trutina lives up to its translation from Latin — balance. An expression of Right Bank-Bordeaux in style, the blend of Merlot (48%), Cabernet Sauvignon (43%), Malbec (8%) and Petit Verdot is the flagship for Dunham and widely available. It’s highly aromatic with blueberry, blackberry, toast and spice notes, and the entry to the palate is plush, building across the beautiful backbone of tannins. While pure and elegant now, there’s more to take in down the path. Qualifying award: Bellingham NW (gold)
Rating: Double Platinum • 95 points
Production: 9,850 cases
Alcohol: 14.1%
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