2017 Brittan Vineyards Block R

Community Tasting Notes (1) Avg Score: 94 points

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  2/11/2023 - bjamesclark Likes this wine: 94 Points

  This 53-case bottling comes from a one-third acre block on the west side of Cygnus. A blend of 94% Syrah, 2% Viognier, 2% Durif, 1% each Grenache and Carignan that is co fermented and aged in once filled puncheon for 15 months, then allowed to develop in bottle for approx. 48 months prior to release.
  Decanted.
  Expressive on the nose with layered aromas of blackberry, olallieberry, black cherry and black plum with notes of violets, Szechuan peppercorn, blood orange zest, baking spice, smoky minerals, bay leaf, herbs and hints of black olive and forest floor.
  The palate has a silky inviting texture and mouthfeel with juicy-structured acidity and ripe gripping tannins. Flavors show a core of black cherry, fresh blackberries and black currant alongside notes of baking spice, blood orange, herbs, violets, earth and minerals. The sexy finish is long and texturally pleasing with the tannins taking on a velvety feel.
  
  The '17 is drinking exceptional and should improve with time. Hard to wait given this showing.

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