Part of an 06/07/08 vertical tasting. The least interesting nose that one described as turpentine. But incredibly dense and mouth coating on the palate. Very complex mix of herbs - sage, rosemary and some berry fruit. Very mouth drying tannins melt away to leave a very long lingering finish of the fruit and herbs again.
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Deep, rich color. Distinctive fruit (plum predominantly) and blackberry with rich, mellow tannins on the finish. Lacks the heat (and high alcohol content) of zinfandel. Hint of spice and earth as well.
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Dark, almost blackish, purple. Lush and sweet, with very subdued tannins. A moderately short finish. A bit one diminisional in terms of lacking earthiness/terrior or spice. I prefer something with a little more backbone at this price, though it would be an very good for use in a meritage blend.
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10/20/2013 - Ktsat wrote: 90 Points
enjoyable bottle of wine
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7/21/2012 - pmilne wrote: 91 Points
Part of an 06/07/08 vertical tasting. The least interesting nose that one described as turpentine. But incredibly dense and mouth coating on the palate. Very complex mix of herbs - sage, rosemary and some berry fruit. Very mouth drying tannins melt away to leave a very long lingering finish of the fruit and herbs again.
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4/8/2012 - Claises wrote: 92 Points
Fantastic. Held its own and complimented the filets and Sicilian style potatoes gratin we had for Easter. Delicious.
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12/30/2011 - kdwoodrow@gmail.com Likes this wine: 89 Points
Deep, rich color. Distinctive fruit (plum predominantly) and blackberry with rich, mellow tannins on the finish. Lacks the heat (and high alcohol content) of zinfandel. Hint of spice and earth as well.
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7/19/2011 - StainedGlass wrote: 85 Points
Dark, almost blackish, purple. Lush and sweet, with very subdued tannins. A moderately short finish. A bit one diminisional in terms of lacking earthiness/terrior or spice. I prefer something with a little more backbone at this price, though it would be an very good for use in a meritage blend.
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