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November 19, 2016 - The "Ode to Lucien" red wine includes old-vine Contra Costa Mourvedre, Mendocino Grenache, and a small amount of Syrah. This is my third experience with Bedrock's initial homage to Bandol. Day #1 gives little hint to the depth of flavors hidden in this sleeping beauty: faint blackberries and violets are obscured by earthy tannins.
On Day #2, the wine is too enjoyable to reserve for another night's study. The nose offers fresh cherry, red berry, and delicate notes of dried leaves. The palate, obviously still developing at this stage, is lively yet rich.
The wine is beginning to reveal a complexity missing in my prior encounters with the "Ode to Lucien". The black-pepper-and-leather tannins are showing a steady integration with the beautiful, surprisingly delicate red fruit and floral notes. I believe that I will leave my last bottle alone for a few more years.
I am very excited about the future iteration(s) of this amazing wine.4 people found this helpful 3,548 views