just lost my (Moroccan wine) virginity w/ this plummy cedary, soft Ouled Thaleb Red Blend 2012 w/ scream-out-good Chorizo-stuffed, Bacon-wrapped Medjool Dates at avec resto in Chicago
just lost my (Moroccan wine) virginity w/ this plummy cedary, soft Ouled Thaleb Red Blend 2012 w/ scream-out-good Chorizo-stuffed, Bacon-wrapped Medjool Dates at avec resto in Chicago
1 person found it helpfulSep 1st, 2015
This blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Grenache grapes feels to me more like Grenache than Cab. Aging took ten months in oak barrels and the 13% abv alcohol number is very restrained.
Dark and brooding are the aromas here, with blackberry and cassis trying their best to smother the notes of black pepper and earth. Oak spice is there, but not burdensome. The palate of this inky wine shows blackberry and plum, with the earthy, mineral-driven flavors coming on a bit stronger than on the nose. There is a rustic, dusty sagebrush feel to it, and the acidity is the only thing that’s bright about this wine. Tannic structure is good.
This blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Grenache grapes feels to me more like Grenache than Cab. Aging took ten months in oak barrels and the 13% abv alcohol number is very restrained.
Dark and brooding are the aromas here, with blackberry and cassis trying their best to smother the notes of black pepper and earth. Oak spice is there, but not burdensome. The palate of this inky wine shows blackberry and plum, with the earthy, mineral-driven flavors coming on a bit stronger than on the nose. There is a rustic, dusty sagebrush feel to it, and the acidity is the only thing that’s bright about this wine. Tannic structure is good.
Dec 9th, 2015
Intersting spicy but smooth red blend. Pairing well with Mediterranean food (of course!). Slightly bitter or tart finish, but good choice for the meal.
Intersting spicy but smooth red blend. Pairing well with Mediterranean food (of course!). Slightly bitter or tart finish, but good choice for the meal.
Jun 12th, 2016
Slightly spicy smell, not heavy, super easy to drink in its own or with food.
Slightly spicy smell, not heavy, super easy to drink in its own or with food.
Sep 8th, 2015
Laura's last day at google
Laura's last day at google
May 2nd, 2015
Nice weight and and spice. Cool cardamom, fresh cherry.
Nice weight and and spice. Cool cardamom, fresh cherry.
Jan 11th, 2015
Interesting spices, some light berries and prunes, wood, a good surprise, it's a relative to Bordeaux wine
Interesting spices, some light berries and prunes, wood, a good surprise, it's a relative to Bordeaux wine
Dec 12th, 2014
Moroccan. Very unique aroma. I was thrown by the spice. Baking spices? Dry. Fruity? Medium body. From owner - Berries? Some vanilla. A French oak. Moderate sediment. Mix between sav blanc and Grenache.
Moroccan. Very unique aroma. I was thrown by the spice. Baking spices? Dry. Fruity? Medium body. From owner - Berries? Some vanilla. A French oak. Moderate sediment. Mix between sav blanc and Grenache.
May 25th, 2014
Smooth, blackberry, plum. Very good
Smooth, blackberry, plum. Very good
Sep 17th, 2017
Christy had this 9 years ago
Christy had this 9 years ago
Nov 26th, 2015
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