Realm Cellars
The Tempest Red Bordeaux Blend
Napa Valley, California, USA
Distressed that I like this so much because it’s a wee bit pricy to be drinking regularly. I feel kinda basic, like, this is mostly Merlot and it’s yummmmmy! And rich. And purple velvet that you are drinking in purple rain that is actually just you pouring a bucket of yummy yummy Merlot on your head. Okay I’m not doing that but it would give a whole new meaning to shower wine,
Distressed that I like this so much because it’s a wee bit pricy to be drinking regularly. I feel kinda basic, like, this is mostly Merlot and it’s yummmmmy! And rich. And purple velvet that you are drinking in purple rain that is actually just you pouring a bucket of yummy yummy Merlot on your head. Okay I’m not doing that but it would give a whole new meaning to shower wine,
Aug 21st, 2019
Lovely nose. Dark purple. Ripe plum, black cherry, dark fruit. Soft tannins, but needs air time. And prob needs several more years in bottle. Nice supple finish.
Lovely nose. Dark purple. Ripe plum, black cherry, dark fruit. Soft tannins, but needs air time. And prob needs several more years in bottle. Nice supple finish.
Oct 2nd, 2023
Medium to deep ruby with aromas of blackberries and blueberries with fig and leather. Maybe a bit of toffee in there, as well. Very well balanced with bold, juicy fruit bursting across the palate. Tannins and acidity are integrated perfectly over the long, flavorful finish. So much to offer in this wine. To me, this ‘15 is drinking perfectly right now.
Medium to deep ruby with aromas of blackberries and blueberries with fig and leather. Maybe a bit of toffee in there, as well. Very well balanced with bold, juicy fruit bursting across the palate. Tannins and acidity are integrated perfectly over the long, flavorful finish. So much to offer in this wine. To me, this ‘15 is drinking perfectly right now.
Nov 11th, 2022
Nose fantastic but needs way more time.
Nose fantastic but needs way more time.
Jun 27th, 2022My goodness this wine surprised! Not that surprising since every Realm I’ve had has been incredible. But at the lower end of their prices, wow. Gorgeous merlot/cab blend. Super super smooth. Silky tannins, gorgeous dark fruit. So easy to drink. Perfect minerality, so well integrated. Nothing but praise for this wine. Only wish I had more in the cellar!
My goodness this wine surprised! Not that surprising since every Realm I’ve had has been incredible. But at the lower end of their prices, wow. Gorgeous merlot/cab blend. Super super smooth. Silky tannins, gorgeous dark fruit. So easy to drink. Perfect minerality, so well integrated. Nothing but praise for this wine. Only wish I had more in the cellar!
Aug 26th, 2021
Damn tasty. Heftier than a Pomerol, with more leather and coffee.
Damn tasty. Heftier than a Pomerol, with more leather and coffee.
May 2nd, 2020
What a wonderful blend ! Full palette, delightful.
What a wonderful blend ! Full palette, delightful.
Nov 17th, 2019