This producer seems to have an uncanny ability to make wines that punch above their class. In a blind tasting you might pick this out as much higher priced. This is creamy and sumptuous, medium-bodied. There is little if any spice and not as much concentration as some would like but just so balanced and easy to drink.
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This is a tasty gem; full-bodied, rich and concentrated, just a little spice on the finish that reveals its a zin, no green or herbal tones that I sometimes encounter with zins.
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On opening this was harsh, hot and tight, which led me to put the glass down for a couple of hours to see if the heat and edge would blow off. Upon return, the wine was amazingly fruit forward with plum, berry and spice, with modest heat and a nice balance and complexity. This wine has finally evolved and is becoming much more approachable.
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3/2/2017 - John McCabe wrote: 91 Points
This producer seems to have an uncanny ability to make wines that punch above their class. In a blind tasting you might pick this out as much higher priced. This is creamy and sumptuous, medium-bodied. There is little if any spice and not as much concentration as some would like but just so balanced and easy to drink.
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6/10/2015 - John McCabe wrote: 90 Points
Similar to previous notes, this is rich and full-bodied with just a hint of spice on the finish. Very good value.
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2/7/2015 - John McCabe wrote: 91 Points
This is a tasty gem; full-bodied, rich and concentrated, just a little spice on the finish that reveals its a zin, no green or herbal tones that I sometimes encounter with zins.
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7/7/2014 - Castle Peak wrote: 90 Points
On opening this was harsh, hot and tight, which led me to put the glass down for a couple of hours to see if the heat and edge would blow off. Upon return, the wine was amazingly fruit forward with plum, berry and spice, with modest heat and a nice balance and complexity. This wine has finally evolved and is becoming much more approachable.
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1/7/2014 - patipa wrote:
1-6-14
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