2005 Va La Vineyards Chiaretto Mica Ridge Vineyard

Community Tasting Notes (1) Avg Score: 86 points

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  10/9/2007 - WineGym wrote: 86 Points

  Alcohol: 13.1%
  Cork Type: Colmated
  Nose/Bouquet: Eucalyptus and mint with hints of Suede Leather and black cherry
  Flavor/Palate:Meaty slightly sour Plum and Black Cherry.
  Finish: soft and lingering tannins with hints of Strawberry and chocolate
  Color: Translucent Ruby Red (Bordeaux Style)
  Chill Factor: 60 F
  Decanter/Breathing time: 30 minutes
  Potential: Ready to drink but Could Cellar until 2010
  Food: Good by itself or with Lamb and Cheese. We drank it with Pizza. Went well with that too.
  Overall Opinion: A Blend of Petite Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. A very good wine, but a little pricy.

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