I almost think of this wine as a blend between a cab and a pinot... this 100% grenache has the strong acidity and moderate tannins of a pinot (which increased with air), with the brambly nose and long finish of a Howell mountain cab. An interesting and appealing mix for those who like the style as I do. Aromas of cherry, brambles, and some flowerly notes as well. Definitely an aroma I noticed as soon as I opened the bottle, yet with enough complexity to keep it interesting. The finish had good length with a touch of complexity, as well as some drying tannins. Showing its age on the rim, but still a solid core. Still plently of fruit and life left in this one - I don't see this fading anytime soon. Paired fairly well with meatballs and rosemary red potatoes. Even at this age, this is a fruit forward wine - not for those seeking a classic Grenache.
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1/18/2015 - VinoDiver Likes this wine: 91 Points
Beautiful Grenache. Drinking very well right now. Not sure if this will improve but saw no signs it won't last for awhile yet.
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12/8/2014 - VinoDiver Likes this wine: 91 Points
Drinking beautifully right now. This has a wonderful nose and tons of fruit on the pallet. This should continue to drink well in the coming years.
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5/23/2013 - GoBlue2002 Likes this wine: 92 Points
I almost think of this wine as a blend between a cab and a pinot... this 100% grenache has the strong acidity and moderate tannins of a pinot (which increased with air), with the brambly nose and long finish of a Howell mountain cab. An interesting and appealing mix for those who like the style as I do.
Aromas of cherry, brambles, and some flowerly notes as well. Definitely an aroma I noticed as soon as I opened the bottle, yet with enough complexity to keep it interesting. The finish had good length with a touch of complexity, as well as some drying tannins.
Showing its age on the rim, but still a solid core. Still plently of fruit and life left in this one - I don't see this fading anytime soon.
Paired fairly well with meatballs and rosemary red potatoes.
Even at this age, this is a fruit forward wine - not for those seeking a classic Grenache.
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8/30/2011 - Screameagle wrote: 90 Points
I really liked this wine. Seems to be in it's prime but no where near going over the hill. A very nice but not a spectacular grenache.
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4/18/2010 - Outplaying wrote:
Getting together with friends: vanilla, cherries and red fruits. This is all I wrote down and I don't remember anything more about it.....
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