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Bordeaux Blend tasting
chez moi
Tasted December 6, 2023 by Yagil with 27 views
Introduction
as recent tasting events were highly priced (due to the wines tasted) - I organized "an affordable" cost tasting on the very day of the tasting.
we were 8 participants.
Flight 1 (1 note)
White
2022 Argyros Assyrtiko
92 points
citrus, lime, grapefruit, green-apple, kiwi, mineral.
fresh, dry, high acidity, long finish.
drink young.
fresh, dry, high acidity, long finish.
drink young.
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Flight 2 (1 note)
Red
2010 Château de Pez
91 points
52.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47.5% Merlot
Deep purple-red
Pronounced complex aroma intensity with notes of black currant, blackberry, and plum that are joined by hints of earth, leather, and cedar. As the wine opens up, further nuances of violets, licorice, and spice emerge, creating an intriguing tapestry of aromas.
full-bodied and powerful, with firm yet well-integrated tannins. consistent flavors with the nose, with dark fruits dominating the palate. Black currant, blackberry, and plum are joined by subtle notes of cassis, blueberry, and spice. the acidity is lively and bright, providing a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the fruit.
the finish is long and lingering, with hints of dark chocolate, tobacco, and minerality. the tannins remain firm but not astringent, suggesting the wine still has the potential to age gracefully for many years to come.
can drink now or age further.
Deep purple-red
Pronounced complex aroma intensity with notes of black currant, blackberry, and plum that are joined by hints of earth, leather, and cedar. As the wine opens up, further nuances of violets, licorice, and spice emerge, creating an intriguing tapestry of aromas.
full-bodied and powerful, with firm yet well-integrated tannins. consistent flavors with the nose, with dark fruits dominating the palate. Black currant, blackberry, and plum are joined by subtle notes of cassis, blueberry, and spice. the acidity is lively and bright, providing a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the fruit.
the finish is long and lingering, with hints of dark chocolate, tobacco, and minerality. the tannins remain firm but not astringent, suggesting the wine still has the potential to age gracefully for many years to come.
can drink now or age further.
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Flight 3 (1 note)
Red
2010 Château Ferrande
89 points
Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (30%), Petit Verdot (10%)
rich texture, ripe fruit flavors like plum, black cherry, and cassis, and notes of spice, tobacco, and earth. It is also described as dense, full-bodied, and having well-integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish.
can drink now - suitable for further aging.
rich texture, ripe fruit flavors like plum, black cherry, and cassis, and notes of spice, tobacco, and earth. It is also described as dense, full-bodied, and having well-integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish.
can drink now - suitable for further aging.
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Flight 4 (1 note)
Red
2017 Karmei Yosef Winery Bravdo Landmark 2B
92 points
Deep ruby-red color.
Pronounced aromas intensity of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and leather.
Dry, high acidity, high well-integrated tannins, high abv, full-bodied and well-Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, with potential for subtle notes of chocolate and earth.
Long and lingering, with hints of black pepper and spice.
Overall excellent complexed wine.
Can drink now - suitable for further aging.
Pronounced aromas intensity of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and leather.
Dry, high acidity, high well-integrated tannins, high abv, full-bodied and well-Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, with potential for subtle notes of chocolate and earth.
Long and lingering, with hints of black pepper and spice.
Overall excellent complexed wine.
Can drink now - suitable for further aging.
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Flight 5 (1 note)
Red
2017 Margalit Cabernet Sauvignon Single Vineyard Kadita Vineyard
89 points
CS 93%, Merlot 7%
dark red & black fruits aromas & flavours, med+ intensity, high acidity, med+ body, long bitter finish, lacks character and balance.
less thay the Classic Margalit CS due to problematic 2017 vintage for Margalit
dark red & black fruits aromas & flavours, med+ intensity, high acidity, med+ body, long bitter finish, lacks character and balance.
less thay the Classic Margalit CS due to problematic 2017 vintage for Margalit
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Flight 6 (1 note)
Red
2015 Yatir Yatir Forest
92 points
CS 60%, PV 30%, CF 10%
deep purple
med+ velvety elegant aromas intensity of black cherries, blueberries, roasted black plums, toasted oak-vanilla, integrated pepper spice, cedar, cigar box, smoked meat;
still developing
dry, high acidity, med+ velvety integrated tannins, high abv, full body, med+ flavours intensity consistent with the nose:black cherries, blueberries, roasted black plums, tobacco leaves, black tea, black pepper, cedar, cigar box, long finish;
can drink now - suitable for further ageing.
deep purple
med+ velvety elegant aromas intensity of black cherries, blueberries, roasted black plums, toasted oak-vanilla, integrated pepper spice, cedar, cigar box, smoked meat;
still developing
dry, high acidity, med+ velvety integrated tannins, high abv, full body, med+ flavours intensity consistent with the nose:black cherries, blueberries, roasted black plums, tobacco leaves, black tea, black pepper, cedar, cigar box, long finish;
can drink now - suitable for further ageing.
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Closing
it was an enjoyable evening.
The night's surprise was the Bravdo Landmark 2B - an excellent & ready wine.
Also, as expected, the 2015 Yatir Forest was excellent.
The other reds were OK.