While a close relative of Syrah, it doesn't feature so prominently the savory characteristics I love so well about that grape. Instead it highlights a twinkle of blackberry-bramble, notes of taught plum, and something shimmery--as if it has captured all the purest intentions of a rainbow sheen on the surface of a slow-roasted Prime Rib, observed under candlelight.
While a close relative of Syrah, it doesn't feature so prominently the savory characteristics I love so well about that grape. Instead it highlights a twinkle of blackberry-bramble, notes of taught plum, and something shimmery--as if it has captured all the purest intentions of a rainbow sheen on the surface of a slow-roasted Prime Rib, observed under candlelight.
Aug 9th, 2016
Very old world style with ripe fruit, meaty, peppery deliciousness
Very old world style with ripe fruit, meaty, peppery deliciousness
Oct 16th, 2014
Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, California, USA
