Community Tasting Note
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CMz Does not like this wine: 88 points
December 18, 2017 - The 2014 The Boy Grenache Syrah blend was the first disappointing entry in an otherwise stellar series of the new 2014 releases. A light ruby in the glass that portends the emerging overall perception of thinness and lack of substance on the palate. The nose is a lovely Grenache varietal montage of red berries, smokey Prime Rib, leather and flowery notes that continue into a light but distinct mix of berries and smokey meats on the palate. The wine seems almost too light to support the sense of high alcohol and acidity which disrupts any finesse to this bottle. The finish is smooth and lingers - perhaps the only part of this wine i actually enjoyed - unfortunately delivering only on the finish is not enough to swing my score into the 90's - it's just not there now. Perhaps with some age in the cellar this one will come into it's own. If you already own it, lay it down; otherwise move on to some of the other stunning K 2014 releases.
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Crunge commented:
12/18/17, 11:17 AM - CMZ, you are spot on. I've had three bottles of this and it's thin and light; nothing like other K wines and a shadow of what Grenache can be. I'm letting my other bottles rest for several years, but I don't know if it can beef up any or not.