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Penfolds
Bin 600 California Cabernet Shiraz 2018
I think in Paso Cab/Shiraz is not uncommon.
@Ming L Thanks. Good to know.
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Betsy's Vineyard Syrah 2016
Betsy’s Vineyard Syrah. We’ve enjoyed lots of Scott’s Cabs and blends, but this is the first time we’ve had Thumbprint Syrah. It won’t be the last. With grilled Ahi tuna, grilled asparagus, and a spinach salad, a wonderful meal became even better. Thanks, Scott. — 2 months ago
with Bonnie
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Ramazzotti Vineyard Zinfandel 2013
Great example of Dry Creek zin. Well balanced, berry forward, peppery but smooth. Delish. — 7 months ago
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Climax Zinfandel Blend
I climaxed... — 2 months ago
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Arousal Viognier Riesling 2009
We know better than to hold this for so long, but it turned out to be a lovely accompaniment for our Valentine’s Day lobster tail dinner. Arousal on Valentine’s Day? Who’da thought? — 4 months ago
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Bob McDonald
Rich crimson with purple tinges. It certainly has the Penfolds winemaking thumbprint of ripe fruit and toasty oak. As HH said it tastes more Australian than Californian even though all the fruit is Californian and it was vinified there. These are the details (78% Cabernet 22% Shiraz. Napa 45%, Sonoma 35%, Paso Robles 20%). In hindsight it probably tastes Australian because of the Cabernet Shiraz blend which is common in Australia and rare (or nonexistent in California?). This venture for Penfolds has been 30 years in the making with Shiraz cuttings being brought from South Australia to Geyser Peak in Sonoma back then as our host for the dinner explained on the night. 4 Cuvées, all Red have been made ranging in price of $95 for this wine to $950 for Quantum. 70% of the production has been allocated to the North American market so dinners such as the one we had are quite rare in Australia because of lack of stock. This Bin 600 even though the least expensive of the 4 Cuvées will live well into the late 2030s even though it is so well balanced you could happily drink it now. — a month ago