As I anticipated, the flavor opened up. Lots of jamminess. Big mixed berry flavors, blackberry, raspberry, currants and even figs. Some earth in the nose, tree bark, dirt and subtle hints of barnyard aromas.

Bodega Carchelo

Eya Jumilla Monastrell

Michael Fields

8.5

Tight on the first pour, needs air to open up. Very fruit forward, jammy and berries, some tartness like black cherry, almost citrus. — 2 years ago

with Katie

Six Peaks

Laurel Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir 2015

Michael Fields

8.9

Michael had this 4 years ago

Arabella

Reserve Western Cape Shiraz Viognier

Michael Fields

9.2

Michael had this 5 years ago

with Katie

Tempranillo Road

Navarra Tempranillo 2020

Michael Fields

9.1

Sniffs of pepper like spice, notes of jam and berries. Dusty old barn with tastes of plum, mango, and other stone fruits. — 2 years ago

Kopke

Fine Ruby Porto Port Blend

Michael Fields

9.5

Michael had this 4 years ago

Snoqualmie Vineyards

Whistle Stop Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Blend 2017

Michael Fields

8.5

Good tannins, a little tight, needs to breathe first. — 5 years ago

Citadel

Mendocino County Red Blend 2016

Michael Fields

8.6

Good tight acid. Fruity notes, jammy flavor, berries and perhaps currants. A good pucker on the finish. — 5 years ago