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2014 Murrieta's Well The Spur
Red Bordeaux Blend
- USA
- California
- San Francisco Bay
- Livermore Valley
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Community Tasting Notes 17
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bradfriedlander Likes this wine: 82 points
November 3, 2022 - Drinkable, but very much a one note wine. A little harsh on the finish. Paired well with spicy chicken and vegetables.
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macliii Likes this wine: 88 points
August 14, 2022 - Still drinking OK but near the end of its drinking window.
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mattym19 Likes this wine: 90 points
November 16, 2019 - Pnp. Nose is a bit muted but has some cocoa, dark chocolate and underripe cherries. Palate is a bit drying with menthol notes and chocolate covered cherries, but there is nice—if not quite balanced—acidity. It could gain a bit balance from more time in bottle, but it is enjoyable now, especially alongside a good charcuterie and cheese board.
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Nova5400 Likes this wine: 90 points
June 30, 2019 - One of the best domestic red blends I have encountered. Classic Bordeaux style blend with the addition of Petit Sirah. Murrieta’s Well is currently owned by the Wente Vineyards as I understand the situation, but they produce smaller batches of estate bottled wines. The Livermore Valley is known for its red wines. Extremely smooth and balanced tannins, with a mild fruitiness on the front end and a smooth finish.
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jlehrer Likes this wine:
November 12, 2018 - Yummy, definitely better the second day
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By Richard Jennings
11/20/2017 (link) 89 points(Murrieta's Well The Spur) Saturated, nearly opaque, very dark red violet color; bittersweet chocolate, tart plum, graphite nose; velvety texture, ripe plum, berry puree, bittersweet chocolate palate with sweet tannins balancing acidity; approachable now but would benefit from a year of aging; medium-plus finish (45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Petite Sirah, 14% Petit Verdot, 10% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc; 13.5% alcohol; natural cork)
Wine Definition
- Vintage 2014
- Type Red
- Producer Murrieta's Well
- Varietal Red Bordeaux Blend
- Designation The Spur
- Vineyard n/a
- Country USA
- Region California
- SubRegion San Francisco Bay
- Appellation Livermore Valley
- UPC Codes 086891082479, 089636955007
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 0 (0%)
- In Cellars 38 (21%)
- Consumed 145 (79%)
Food Pairing
No food pairings available.
Who Likes This Wine
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- VarietyRed Bordeaux Blend
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
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