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Thank you for today’s FR & D, Rich! It is raining again! Bindi & I got a decent couple of walks in yesterday, but it was still a wet one. Lots of flooding along the roads that run through the state parks that border the Intercoastal. Bindi is fed up with it. Me too. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us. Gym, Bindi walks, chores, yard work & pool time - weather permitting. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, you, Tana, your families and support team are in my prayers. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 that the aide is a keeper & stays. Cheers to all who are celebrating! May we each find a reason to smile today! *********** Château Poitevin Médoc 2019 I used the 2019 vintage info because not only might it be available, I actually found a critic’s review! And if you can find this, or even a more recent vintage, its price makes it an easy one to try. You can always use it for cooking. Available from a decent number of online distributors with prices starting at $12.98. Critic review "The nose offers good definition, concentration and power. There are notes of ripe/fleshy blackcurrant, crushed wild strawberry and, more slightly, cherry, combined with hints of fresh violet, nutmeg, meadow flowers and a discreet touch of torrefaction and pepper. The palate is mineral, fresh and offers juiciness, acidity, fatness, roundness, a good structure and a fine tension. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy wild blackberry, juicy/pulpy raspberry and, more slightly, violet, combined with touches of racy minerality and hints of toast, cardamom, tonka bean and a subtle hint of nutmeg. The tannins are racy, well-mannered and elegant." - 90 - 91/100, VertdeVin

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Hoping that this morning is better than yesterday. The rain clouds were so thick & dark yesterday, I had to keep a light on until 11:00 a.m.! But it finally got a bit lighter & the sun even broke through for a few minutes. And Bindi & I saw the full moon during our bedtime walk! Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us! Praying that your pain grows less. Gym, Aldi, Bindi walks, chores and if possible - some yard work. Praying for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, praying for you, Tana, your families & your support team. May your new, wonderful, long-remaining aide arrive soon! Cheers to all who are celebrating. @Quartzsite Cruiser, Lenda, I really loved reading about Steve’s reactions to the improvements he notices. May there be many more in his future. May each of us find at least one reason to smile today. ********* 69 Miles Chardonnay I might have to try this Chardonnay just to see if I can pick up the “hints of bacon”. My palate is not always as discerning as the critics’. I used the 2021 vintage info, because it might be the easiest to find. Widely available & reasonably priced. Online prices start at $19.99. Distributor notes Bright gold color. Aromas and flavors of peach preserves, heirloom apple, salted caramel, hints of rose, and herbal tea with a velvety, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a sleek, interesting, medium-long finish with notes of hints of bacon with moderate oak flavor. A ripe, balanced Chardonnay with great juicy character. Style:Fruity, Juicy & Smooth, Oaky & Rich & Full Aroma:peach preserves, heirloom apple, salted caramel, hints of rose, and herbal tea Flavor:Same as aromas with notes of hints of bacon Sweetness:Dry-yet-Fruity Enjoy:Now on its own and with food Pairing:Turkey, Roasted Chicken, Boiled Lobster Bottom Line:A ripe, balanced chardonnay with great juicy character.

Lenda, your news brought a tear to my eye that had nothing to do with the wine I enjoyed this evening. I pray Steve’s recovery continues to show by leaps & bounds! Bless you both!

Jacqui, Please wrap yourself in bubble wrap. Actually that could be fun for those around you who like to “pop” the bubbles. Seriously, have a wonderful, but safe journey!

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another wet morning. Bindi has resigned herself to not being able to wait for a dry spell. So we walk in the rain - as long as it is not a torrential downpour. I certainly haven’t had to add water to the pool this week & surprisingly the temp is still 85! Getting a bit cool, but tolerable. Vanessa, thank you for finding & sharing our happenings. Praying that you will find an answer to your pain. I have lots of things to do to keep me busy today. Friends are joining me for dinner this evening. Luckily most of the prep will be under cover. I just need 5 dry weather minutes to get out in the backyard & cut a flower for the table. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, at the risk of this sounding “routine”, keeping you, Tana, your extended families & support teams in my prayers. I hope you find a new aide SOON. And it is a great one that stays. Cheers to all who are celebrating. @Quartzsite Cruiser Lenda, I hope you & Steve got a great night’s sleep and that every day is better. I hope we each find something to bring a smile to our face today. ******* Matahiwi Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2022 I used the 2022 vintage of this New Zealand SB, because it will be easiest to find & had the most info available for me to use. I definitely need to try this one, it sounds delightful. And I believe I can find it! Available from a decent number of distributors with prices starting at a reasonable $12.99. Vintner’s notes This vibrant, aromatic wine has flavours of gooseberry and limes, with a lively finish. We love to drink it with seafood and pasta dishes and delicious summer salads. No cellaring required. We have several different blocks of Sauvignon Blanc where we use various canopy management techniques to provide us with a range of complex flavours from the grapes. The focus in the winery is to capture the pure fruit flavours that come from the vineyard whilst adding complexity through our winemaking efforts to provide a multi-dimensional wine. This is achieved by tank fermenting the juice using yeasts that are able to ferment to low temperatures – preserving the essential fruit flavours. Awarded 94pts Points by Cameron Douglas MS Awarded 90pts by James Suckling Awarded 92pts Points by Wine Orbit

Debbie said “hero”, not Saint! Very different, Terry. Very different.

Every day, Terry. And often throughout the day. I didn’t even really know Lou and his passing hit me. And through your words, I have witnessed Tana’s ordeal & that of the folk that support her. We all have.

Melisa, keeping you both in my prayers. This is not easy for either of you. Perhaps even worse for you, since you need to watch & know you can’t fix it. Hugs.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! It is another cloudy start to the day, but both Bindi & I are hoping for a lot less rain today. We only got one decent walk in without rain yesterday. One attempt was in a mist that turned into a torrential downpour half way down my driveway. With the strong winds, my kayak shorts were soaked in seconds. Bindi just turned us right around. Vanessa thank you for all the work you put in to keeping up with us. I hope you see an end, or at least a lessening to your pain soon. Gym, Bindi walks, chores, prep for tomorrow’s dinner I am having my friends over, & weather permitting some yard work. I also need to get the pollen off my car. It shows up more on the dark color of the car. But pickings were slim - this year. I had to laugh at this one - I never bother with celery unless a recipe calls for it. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, praying that you, Tana & your families find an easing of your pain. @Quartzsite Cruiser Lenda, praying you & Steve have a great recovery. Sometimes it is worse for the caregiver. Hoping that each of us finds a reason to smile today! ************ 2020 Chris Condos Cabernet Sauvignon Another Naked Wine entry. This Cab is lovely, if you are or know a member of the club - be sure to try it. Smooth, medium/full bodied AND organic! And just $19.99! Distributor Notes Vibrant single-vineyard Cabernet made with organic grapes This rich and balanced Cabernet is packed with concentrated red fruit and hints of spice from aging in French oak. If you’re new to wines from 100% organic grapes, this red is the perfect introduction! With your support, Chris is in Mendocino caretaking an organic certified vineyard and sharing his award-winning passion projects exclusively with Angels. When Angels come together, good things happen. Thanks to your funding, Chris is not only sharing his wines and sustainability mission with the world – he’s winning Gold and Best of Class medals for them along the way! This wine is great now but could age for 5+ years. I would try to decant this wine and give it an hour to open up before serving.

Hope you & Steve sleep well, Lenda. May every day get better!

@Quartzsite Cruiser Lenda hope all goes well with Steve & his recovery is rapid & complete!

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another wild night of storms & rains & a very cloudy morning. They are moving fast, so not sure what the day will bring. Vanessa, thank you for taking such great care of the lists. I hope you start to feel better, soon. Just a normal Thursday for me - gym, Bindi walks, chores. Lots of pollen on the car, so I may at least try to rinse it off. I am ready to start reorganizing the garage, so if not too hot & humid - I will at least start. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, keeping you, Tana & your families in my prayers. Cheers for all who are celebrating. I hope each of us finds at least one reason to smile today! ********** South Sea Sauvignon Blanc 2022 I used the 2022 vintage info of this New Zealand SB, since it might be easier to find. Consumers give all the vintages a very good - excellent rating. I is widely available with prices starting at $11.99. Distributor notes Stewart Island is New Zealand’s third largest and southern most island, lying at the edge of the Southern Ocean. Famed for its sunsets and Aurora Australis, the southern lights, it is also home to the South Sea Hotel, a local landmark. They’ve taken all of these elements to craft this left of center South Sea Sauvignon Blanc with nice intensity of lime and pineapple. The palate has similar vibrant characteristics with wonderful integrated minerality, fresh acidity and a long lingering finish. This all makes it a perfect pair for shellfish and anything really from the sea.

I totally echo Roger’s advice. I followed it exactly last year and really enjoyed my visit. My only disappointment was the weather didn’t allow my Fly Denali plane to land on a glacier. BUT flying low over a massive field of ice with huge crevices was still breathtaking. The Tundra tour was great, a great number of wildlife, even though it was cut short by the part of the road covered by the land slide. You might want to see when the road reopens, so you can book your cruise in time to travel the entire length of it. In fact it may already have reopened. Be sure to try some of the eating places across the highway. A wonderful dinner place very close to where you cross. And a great coffee/ breakfast place further down the way. Enjoy yourselves!

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another wild night of storms here, though at least this time Bindi got in her bedtime walk in a light mist. Cloudy this morning. Too dark to see if it is just a marine layer. Vanessa, thank you for doing everything needed to pull together such meticulous lists! Pedicure, Bindi walks, chores, HIIT, pool time, and if not too humid, I will get to clean out the last cabinet in the garage. Then I can reorganize. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, keeping you and your extended family in my prayers. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope we each find a reason to smile today! ******** 2021 Arabella Chenin blanc Another Naked Eine entry, though this one is also available from other distributors. It is a dry, crisp, medium bodied Chenin blanc that is lovely on its own or with food. A very reasonable $9.99 for Naked Wines club members, though our Canadian Dailyites can get it online from other distributors with prices starting at 9.65. Canadian dollars. Distributor notes Bright and lively - a fruity thirst-quencher This crisp white wine is a smooth and easy-sipping South African refresher swimming in refined tropical flavors of juicy guava with a silky smoothness. We suggest you keep a bottle in your fridge 24/7. Chenin Blanc is easily South Africa’s most famous grape, and thanks to your funding, Stephen and his son Jamie were able to source exquisite fruit to bring you this stunning example of their homeland’s most-loved white wine. This Angel-favorite Chenin is seriously delectable on its own, but if you're looking for a snack... you can't go wrong with a plate of Camembert cheese!

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Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another lovely morning, following last night’s intense storms. Bindi was not happy. Vanessa, thank you for making sure we all know what is happening with each other. I admit I laughed when I saw my car on the list. I have wanted a plug-in hybrid for months, so I guess getting my act together & doing it is cause for a mini-celebration. 😎 Class, Bindi visits her vet, Bindi walks, chores & possibly some pool time. I need to replenish my supply of memes…. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, you & your family continue to be in my thoughts every day. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope we each have a reason to smile at least once every day! ************ 2021 Arabella reserve Viognier I have enjoyed this South African Viognier. Fruity, but not sweet. Medium bodied. Delicious on its own, or with a meal. Sadly, it is only available through the Naked Wines club. Lots of consumers love this one. If you are a member of the club, this one will costs $13.99. Distributor Notes: Lavish South African white This mouth-filling white is rich with flavors like ripe apricot, juicy peach and delicate ginger that linger longingly until the next succulent sip. Your support helped Stephen and Jaime hand harvest Vigonier from a 16-year-old vineyard. From their farmer perspective, it’s ideal for ripening and optimal flavors. The soils are well-draining (loamy clay and lime). And the vines are planted to the southeast and northwest, to ensure the sun warms the grapes just right. This decadent Reserve Viognier is the perfect cool-weather white – perfect for dishes like roasted chicken or turkey and creamy, spicy curry dishes – delish.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another beautiful morning, though the temperature is a bit more “normal”. A extra long Bindi walk this morning! Vanessa, thank you for helping us to keep up with each other. Gym, more Bindi walks, chores & maybe some pool time. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, keeping you & your extended family in my prayers. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope we each have one reason to smile today. ************** Chateau de Camarsac Bordeaux Superieur 2019 I used the 2019 vintage info. It was the last to show numerous online distributors for it. But all released vintages share similar ver good - to excellent reviews from consumers & critics, so you should be fine to pick up any one that you find. Online prices for the 2019 vintage start at $14.99. Distributor Notes Between Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion, between two seas, on the Camarsac promontory, the 14th-century chateau of the black prince anchors the domain in history, even as the winery integrates modern technologies and winemaking practices. Only with the combination of know-how, technique, tradition, hard work, and passion could Thierry Lurton and his team successfully remain anchored in their terroir and history while simultaneously innovating towards a sustainable future. The vineyard extends over the communes of Camarsac, Loupes, Saint Aubin de Branne, Cabara, and Sainte-Terre. Château Camarsac prioritizes authenticity and precision in each of their cuvees. They even feel their mission is grander than themselves: to inspire in others the desire to work faithfully in tandem with the land to bring out the quintessence of what nature has to offer. Tasting Notes Well structured, rich dark fruit with accents of toasted, spicy aromas. The palate is smooth with elegant tannins. Cultivation The Cuvée Classique is made to accentuate the fruit, or in other words, the pulp. The grapes are picked fairly early without waiting for the skins to reach full ripeness. The next stage is a cold maceration to extract color without extracting the tannins. After this short maceration period of a week to ten days the wine is separated from the skins. Vinification Fermentation is then carefully controlled to avoid any oxidation (beneficial to some extent for the tannins but detrimental to the fruit). Wine Enthusiast 91

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another cool, breezy morning. I actually zipped up my fleece this morning. Looks to be another gorgeous day! Yesterday was picture perfect. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us! Gym, Aldi, Bindi walks, chores. Maybe some pool time - might keep me out of trouble. I definitely want to spend as much time outdoors as possible! Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, keeping you and your extended family in my prayers. The picture of Fred on that rug is one to cherish. Thank you for sharing it with us. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope we each find a reason to smile today! ************ Granite Hill Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 I used the 2020 vintage info, since it should be widely available. This California Cab has some fans in the consumer leagues who think it is very good - excellent. I couldn’t find any critic reviews, but it is priced to try. And if you are not a fan - use it for cooking. Widely available with prices starting at $10.99. Distributor notes Granite Hill Cellars is a newly released brand by the Kautz Family of Lodi, California. The name comes from the rocky and “granite” terroir the family’s vineyards grow on. The soft rolling hills, in conjunction with the Pacific Ocean Delta breezes make these vineyards ideal for grapes of distinction. Practicing “sustainability” for over 30 years, the family is committed to the longevity of their land and the environment around them. Aromas of dark cherries and toasted vanilla oak, followed up with flavors of black currants, blueberries, sweet raspberry and slight hint of tobacco and spice. The palate is dry and the finish is lingering and flavorful with red currants and oak. Delicious with grilled meats, especially tri-tip and ribeye or enjoy with wild game, such as venison, duck confit or a decadent dark chocolate dessert. METHOD Lodi has been a famed region for growing Zinfandel grapes for many years, but it has been the last 10-15 years that they are shining through with other varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon. The sub-AVAs for this wine come from Sloughhouse and Alta Mesa, which are located in the northern part of Lodi, just west of the Sierra Foothills. 80% Cabernet Sauvignon is complimented by 6% Petite Sirah and 5% Merlot. The wine ages for 3 months in new French oak barrels. Vegetarian friendly & gluten free.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Our first Fall Saturday actually felt as if Fall had arrived. 63 and breezy. Capris & long sleeves weather! It is supposed to be around for awhile. Probably just long enough to spoil me. Vanessa, thank you for taking such great care of helping us all to keep up with each other! Off early to the gym for a Zumba class. I am still catching up on chores from Thursday- but today is the day. Bindi walks and supper at a friend’s will wrap up my day. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, thinking of you & your extended family. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope you each find something to smile about today. ********* 2019 Hito Tempranillo España Consumers love this Tempranillo. If you have trouble finding the 2019 vintage, pick up a bottle of the 2020 - it has a critic score in the 90s and a much lower price. I found one distributor for the 2019 offering it for $32.95. But you can snap up the 2020 for a mere $14.95! Winemaker Notes A very lively dark cherry red color. Intense and honest on the nose, where the varietal aromas of the Tempranillo at its optimum point of ripeness predominate. Subtle hints of ageing appear in the background as well-integrated spiced and toasted notes. In the mouth it has body and length, balanced acidity and good persistence. RP89 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate The red 2019 Hito is juicy, ripe and fruit-driven. The palate is medium to full-bodied with fine tannins. This is easy to drink but rich enough to take most foods. It was bottled in August 2020.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Bindi & I enjoyed an early morning walk with just enough breeze to freshen the air. The sun is just beginning to break through the marine layer. More rain is predicted, but yesterday’s predicted rain never materialized. Vanessa, thank you for doing everything you do so well! I have a lot to do today, since a great deal of yesterday was spent at dealerships. But I got my plug-in hybrid. Pickings were slim, so I ended up with a Volvo. I decided to lease, so I would be forced to look around again in a couple of years. Maybe by then Hyundai will sell its model in Florida, or Toyota & Kia will have an actual inventory vs being put on a waiting list. Though I am impressed that the dealership matched my Carmax offer for my old Prius & offered a $7,500 EV lease credit - even though mine is an EV hybrid. I am not ready to trust a totally electric vehicle - yet. But I am trying to reduce my footprint as much as possible. My next step is to have a 240v outlet installed, so if I need a faster recharge, I can do it. I have decided who I want to be this Halloween…. I even started a new exercise routine to help. 😎 Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, praying that each day is a bit easier for all of you. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Roy, I am so thrilled you didn’t cancel your cruises! Let them pamper you! Hoping that each of us finds a reason to smile today. ********** Tarima Mediterráno white blend This lovely Spanish white blend is perfect for a hot Summer evening. Medium body, a bit towards the lighter side. Not too sweet, but not super dry either. Wonderful with salads, seafood, poultry, fish - or just to sip. Who know, it might even hold up to beef. Consumers give it 4+ stars. A decent number of online distributors with prices starting at $15.99. Distributor notes Tarima Mediterráneo is a white wine made with the Merseguera and Moscatell varieties in the Volver winery in the D.O. Alicante, in Valencia (Spain). Part of the Jorge Ordóñez winemaking group, the Volver winery was founded in 2004 by winemaker Rafael Cañizares. A project with an international outlook that champions traditional methods and makes wines in the Alicante, La Mancha and Jumilla Denominations of Origin, among others. Tarima Mediterráneo comes from 20 hectares of vines planted in calcareous soils that are very poor in organic matter. The vines are over 50 years old and traditionally cultivated to achieve very low yields. The harvest is carried out when the grapes reach optimum ripeness. In the winery, the Tarima Mediterráneo grapes are meticulously selected and destemmed. After a gentle pressing, the resulting must, which is very clean, ferments at a controlled temperature of 16ºC in stainless steel tanks. Once the wine is filtered and clarified, it is bottled ready for sale. Made with two leading varieties from the D.O. Alicante and with a strong maritime influence, Tarima Mediterráneo is a white wine that perfectly expresses the area’s Mediterranean character.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! A lovely, cool morning following a night of wild storms. Bindi’s bedtime walk was cut short by some intense lightning. Luckily we made it in before the torrential rain started. Vanessa, thank you for sharing our happenings. Bindi walks, chores and test driving some new car prospects. Plug-in hybrid SUVs are scarce around here. Hyundai doesn’t even sell its model in Florida. None of the dealers responded to my query as to why that is. 🤔 Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, I pray that your wonderful memories help ease your pain. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope you each find at least one reason to smile today. ************ L’Enclos Sauvignon Blanc 2018 This French table wine has lots of consumer fans and at least one critic gave it a superb rating. Widely available and it is priced to try. Online prices hover around $9.99. Wine Enthusiast 95 from a tiny vineyard of young, ungrafted vines, this wine is explosively rich and impressively textured. It brings so much intense minerality and texture from the flint soil to match the pure citrus and white fruits. Still young, it will be best from 2022.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Quite a marine layer this morning. The sun is just beginning to break through. The past few days have spoiled me. Vanessa, thank you for keeping track of all of us. I get a much needed manicure this morning, then Bindi walks, some yard work, HIIT and maybe some pool time. Bindi feels this way about rain… Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, keeping you, your family & your entire support team in my prayers. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Hope we all can find a reason to smile today - even if just for a moment. ************* LangeTwins 2012 Zinfandel This California Zinfandel is still available from many California distributors, so if it aged well it should still be enjoyable. Consumers and at least one critic give it very good - excellent ratings. Online prices start at $11.99. Wine Enthusiast 89 This wine has aromas of currants and strawberries and tastes fruity but dry, with supportive tannins and acidity that make it appetizing. Full bodied but not overpowering, it is very versatile with food.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! Another exquisite morning here. Bindi & I really enjoyed this morning’s walk. Vanessa, thank you so meticulously keeping up with all of us. Bindi walks, gym, chores & definitely some yard work are in store for me today. This afternoon I am going with friends to see Haunting in Venice, hope it is a good movie. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Terry, you, your family & your support team are in my prayers. Cheers to those who are celebrating! Have a wonderful day everyone! ************ La Danse du Château Paradis 2021 I used the 2021 vintage info, since that might be the easiest to find. Shiraz is the primary grape. Consumers and at least one critic believe it is an excellent choice. Widely available with online prices starting at $14.99. Wine Enthusiast - 92 This is a fine wine, ripe with red fruits and tangy acidity. It has depth and density, a juicy character and a tight texture at the end. The Syrah in the blend brings a perfumed aftertaste. Drink now.

Terry No words. Just hugs.

Thank you for today’s R & D, Rich! This morning was spectacular after a night of amazing lightning off the coast. No thunder, just lightning. Even Bindi was curious. Vanessa, thank you for taking such good care of our lists. Gym, Bindi walks, chores, gathering my car papers, and going through my “must have” checklist for my next vehicle. If all goes well, I will head out Thursday to test drive a few. Prayers for all who need our support. @smitty34877 Lou, you, Tana, your family & your support team are in my prayers. Cheers to all who are celebrating. Have a wonderful day everyone! ********* 2020 Three Finger Jack rum barrel aged red blend This red blend is a treat. I have enjoyed wines aged in bourbon barrels before, but this is the first one I had that was aged in rum barrels. 3,000+ consumers give it an excellent rating; it is easy to find & priced to try. The smoothness really adds to the medium - full body aspect. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Online prices start at $11.98. wine.com tasting panel TP92 This blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Petite Sirah is a tremendously pleasurable experience. While a portion of the wellstructured, dark-fruited red is aged traditionally in French and American oak, a unique approach is taken with the remainder: aging in rum barrels. Butterscotch, molasses, baking spices, and sandalwood are well defined on the nose, and on the palate, the character derived from the rum barrels is unmasked to reveal flavors of Luxardo cherry, graham cracker, and devil’s food cake