Altipiano Vineyard
Merlot
California, USA
Lamont had this 10 years ago
Lamont had this 10 years ago
1 person found it helpfulJul 21st, 2014
This is like a classy cowboy meets a Sunday lazy afternoon backyard bbq with easy sophistication. It's easy drinking but it's not a wine I would have on my own (well its great and easy to drink on its own. Recommended for heavier, easy drinking red wine drinkers). I see it really coming alive with food. The light first finish would allow a bolognese to shine and then the acid would help clean up the palate and prepare you for another bite. The subtle sweetness of cherry at the end is kinda like a mini savory dessert treat between bites that I could see leaving you to want more!
Color: Like a blood red. It's kinda dark with red, purple, brown undertones.
Aroma: It's leathery in smell. Kinda reminds me as if I am in a cigar club sitting in plush, thick leather chairs surrounded by old money and making back door deals. It's certainly more masculine like a cowboys version of a man cave. Then, there is this black stewed cherry aroma, its fruity and slightly sweet yet savory for dinner.
Taste: there is a really like first finksh a flavor. Then some acid on the side of the mouth. Then a light second finish with the stewed black cherries. Then the front of the mouth becomes like and some acid lingers on the side. This is all like a super light leather carpet ride. Think aladdin but on a light carpet, magical and fun, not soggy bottom boys. There's a hit of smoke to guide you on your journey.
This is like a classy cowboy meets a Sunday lazy afternoon backyard bbq with easy sophistication. It's easy drinking but it's not a wine I would have on my own (well its great and easy to drink on its own. Recommended for heavier, easy drinking red wine drinkers). I see it really coming alive with food. The light first finish would allow a bolognese to shine and then the acid would help clean up the palate and prepare you for another bite. The subtle sweetness of cherry at the end is kinda like a mini savory dessert treat between bites that I could see leaving you to want more!
Color: Like a blood red. It's kinda dark with red, purple, brown undertones.
Aroma: It's leathery in smell. Kinda reminds me as if I am in a cigar club sitting in plush, thick leather chairs surrounded by old money and making back door deals. It's certainly more masculine like a cowboys version of a man cave. Then, there is this black stewed cherry aroma, its fruity and slightly sweet yet savory for dinner.
Taste: there is a really like first finksh a flavor. Then some acid on the side of the mouth. Then a light second finish with the stewed black cherries. Then the front of the mouth becomes like and some acid lingers on the side. This is all like a super light leather carpet ride. Think aladdin but on a light carpet, magical and fun, not soggy bottom boys. There's a hit of smoke to guide you on your journey.
Beautiful nose with hints of spice and light pepper along with earthy tones that came through in the mid palate. Medium tannins and very enjoyable. Definitely have again.
Beautiful nose with hints of spice and light pepper along with earthy tones that came through in the mid palate. Medium tannins and very enjoyable. Definitely have again.
Dec 21st, 2017
