From a recent "mystery pack" auction purchase. 14.5% abv. Blend of Syrah, Carignan, Mourvedre, Grenache. Cork came out in one piece in great shape with very little staining. This was a really nicely balanced, flavorful, seamless red with interesting Rhone-ish flavor profile. Nice job of blending, as this was harmonious and very enjoyable at this stage in its life.
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Smells of blackberries, blueberries, plum, chocolate and oak. Doesn't smell bad, definitely smells big and you know you are about to get into a big wine. The dark fruits show initially and this has a nice lift into the finish as the wine brightens up a bit and turns slightly tart. The tannins have a light touch and this has good enough acidity in the finish. The alcohol does show and make the finish a touch bitter. The fruit has some length in the finish but along with that bitterness it reminds me of underripe cherries. Good wine overall, pretty high octane, but pretty typical considering the region and price.
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2/1/2023 - PIntag wrote: 90 Points
From a recent "mystery pack" auction purchase.
14.5% abv. Blend of Syrah, Carignan, Mourvedre, Grenache. Cork came out in one piece in great shape with very little staining.
This was a really nicely balanced, flavorful, seamless red with interesting Rhone-ish flavor profile. Nice job of blending, as this was harmonious and very enjoyable at this stage in its life.
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12/26/2013 - gripNsip wrote: 86 Points
Smells of blackberries, blueberries, plum, chocolate and oak. Doesn't smell bad, definitely smells big and you know you are about to get into a big wine. The dark fruits show initially and this has a nice lift into the finish as the wine brightens up a bit and turns slightly tart. The tannins have a light touch and this has good enough acidity in the finish. The alcohol does show and make the finish a touch bitter. The fruit has some length in the finish but along with that bitterness it reminds me of underripe cherries. Good wine overall, pretty high octane, but pretty typical considering the region and price.
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8/22/2013 - hankj wrote: 87 Points
Really wanted this to be great but nothing special. Nobody hated it ...
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8/11/2010 - tahaus wrote: 86 Points
Soft and round tannins. A tad bitter. Smooth flavors of cherry and blackberry. A good wine.
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6/22/2010 - lopaka wrote: 89 Points
Same as before. I think the best description of this wine is "plush".
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