The 2006 Svelte is a blend of 57% Petit Verdot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec, and 7% Tempranillo aged for 24 months in new French oak. A glass-coating opaque purple color, it surrenders a brooding bouquet of pain grille, pencil lead, mineral, violets, black cherry, and blackberry. Rich, dense, and layered on the palate bordering on opulent, it is loaded with spice and black fruit along with excellent volume and a lengthy finish. Give it 4-6 years to become a bit more civilized and drink it from 2015 to 2026. Tel. (509) 526-9463; www.threeriverswinery.com