(Corliss Estates Red Wine Columbia Valley) A nose that pulls you into the glass with fresh ground coffee, spice, dust, and dark cherries. A big, thick, voluptuous mouthfeel. Each sip takes multiple swallows to finish. Initially tight and drying on the palate with silky smooth fruit hanging above the tannins. As the wine opens up, mocha shows through and the fruit comes to the front. An exceptional wine that is a perfect combination of fruit and barrel. 45% Cabernet, 34% Cab Franc, 10% Malbec, 9% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot. 15.2% alcohol. 480 cases produced.
(Corliss Estates Red Wine Columbia Valley) A monster of a wine with a syrupy nose and lots of coffee grounds throughout. Age 5-10 years or decant extensively.
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By Stephen Tanzer
(Corliss Estates Red Wine Columbia Valley) Login and sign up and see review text.November/December 2008, IWC Issue #141, (See more on Vinous...)