While not on the same level as the 2010 Left Bank I opened a few months ago, the profile of this 2011 Right Bank was squarely on the bridge between Sonoma and right bank Bordeaux.
About 60 merlot/ 40 CabFranc. 13.9ABV
Pours a slightly fading red-black. The entire time this was open, the aromatics sported a distinct funk that I’m struggling to describe…whatever comes before brett, that’s what this was. A mix of earth/forest, mineral, fig and a small hint of leather (I’ve come across a similar profile in older warm vintage right bank Bordeaux…but this is cooler vintage Sonoma). The palate is structured but in a nicely balanced phase…red and black fruits, more fig, and espresso at the finish.
Followed over the course of 4hrs from bottle, and while the last glass seemed to be a bit more integrated, I think these are in “drink now” phase.
While not on the same level as the 2010 Left Bank I opened a few months ago, the profile of this 2011 Right Bank was squarely on the bridge between Sonoma and right bank Bordeaux.
About 60 merlot/ 40 CabFranc. 13.9ABV
Pours a slightly fading red-black. The entire time this was open, the aromatics sported a distinct funk that I’m struggling to describe…whatever comes before brett, that’s what this was. A mix of earth/forest, mineral, fig and a small hint of leather (I’ve come across a similar profile in older warm vintage right bank Bordeaux…but this is cooler vintage Sonoma). The palate is structured but in a nicely balanced phase…red and black fruits, more fig, and espresso at the finish.
Followed over the course of 4hrs from bottle, and while the last glass seemed to be a bit more integrated, I think these are in “drink now” phase.
Mar 1st, 2025
Sticking to the Merlot / Cab Franc blend theme from last night’s dinner. This is very nice. Deep, dark black fruit with a nice earthy, smokiness. Consistent with Moon Mountain fruit, this is light on its feet; mid weight body and bright flavors carried by clean acidity. Should get better with some time in bottle.
Sticking to the Merlot / Cab Franc blend theme from last night’s dinner. This is very nice. Deep, dark black fruit with a nice earthy, smokiness. Consistent with Moon Mountain fruit, this is light on its feet; mid weight body and bright flavors carried by clean acidity. Should get better with some time in bottle.
Dec 22nd, 2017
Sonoma County, California, USA
