Sixth and final round of tasting and we all went 0-3 on the reds. This one was so maddeningly obvious. The dill!
Deep ruby color that is thick as tar, there is an enormous amount of vanilla and jammy over-ripened black fruit. Lacking some of the floral notes I’d expect in. Reserva, it makes up for it with eucalyptus and leather, a touch of mint, and plenty of balsamic. There’s also an earthy mushroom thing happening. Moderate tannins, low acids. Plenty of alcohol.
How did we fail here @Jillian Varner? — a year ago
Commander's Palace wine and cheese - Should have Been Jazz Fest part 2. Smooth, easy drinking. High minerality and salinity. Paired well with everything. — 3 years ago
Refreshing, great with Aunt Dotty — 9 months ago
Kara brought. Very good — 2 years ago
Pretty unique blend here of nearly 50/50 Malbec and Merlot, just a little cab. This is a fun wine with good structure and lots of complexity. Earthy and tight but opens up to a good fruit forward finish.
@Jillian Varner says this is like a “musty cured meat cabinet” which is hilariously on point. — 3 years ago
Really good natural sangiovese we could have shelves it for a year or two but i’m happy we enjoyed it only 1 year old. notes if apple on the back note pairs well with fish and dark chocolate — 10 months ago
Jake and Kara brought. — 2 years ago
G Miller
Needed a bit of time to open up, but delicious. Beautiful funk! Love Pinots that aren’t afraid to get dirty! Love SA! — 5 months ago