Just don’t like wine aged in old spirit barrels. Pass.
Just don’t like wine aged in old spirit barrels. Pass.
Mar 19th, 2024
This one was a gift. I don't think I would have reached for it myself as it seems like a gimmick, but I'm glad I'm trying this. The nose is all blueberry... That first sip pours it on again. It's a whole field of blueberries here on the palate. This merlot style is as if a delicate California Petite Sirah grew a pair. It feels muscular thanks to the tannic profile here, but it's by no means a monster either. Vanilla is featuring here. It gets interesting again on the finish as I get a quick flash of molasses presumably from the rum then back to a decent length of that blueberry.
This one was a gift. I don't think I would have reached for it myself as it seems like a gimmick, but I'm glad I'm trying this. The nose is all blueberry... That first sip pours it on again. It's a whole field of blueberries here on the palate. This merlot style is as if a delicate California Petite Sirah grew a pair. It feels muscular thanks to the tannic profile here, but it's by no means a monster either. Vanilla is featuring here. It gets interesting again on the finish as I get a quick flash of molasses presumably from the rum then back to a decent length of that blueberry.
2 people found it helpfulOct 12th, 2021
Jammy flavors of plumb and blueberry. Run barrels add complex nuances of toasted coconut, molasses and rich vanilla. Consumed 4/2019.
Jammy flavors of plumb and blueberry. Run barrels add complex nuances of toasted coconut, molasses and rich vanilla. Consumed 4/2019.
2 people found it helpfulMay 15th, 2019
Gift from a friend, and a really nice surprise. Beautiful color and nose. Blueberries, cherries, and a velvety tongue feel with just enough spices to make it interesting. A great complement to grilled meats.
Gift from a friend, and a really nice surprise. Beautiful color and nose. Blueberries, cherries, and a velvety tongue feel with just enough spices to make it interesting. A great complement to grilled meats.
1 person found it helpfulNov 25th, 2021
Look, I am not really into these gimmicky wines. However, this one is very interesting. The rum barrel enhances the vanilla quality in this wine. Nice oak and fruit forward. Though I can’t see myself drinking a whole bottle. Palate buster.
Look, I am not really into these gimmicky wines. However, this one is very interesting. The rum barrel enhances the vanilla quality in this wine. Nice oak and fruit forward. Though I can’t see myself drinking a whole bottle. Palate buster.
1 person found it helpfulJul 31st, 2021
You can taste rum
1 person found it helpfulApr 14th, 2020
I am not cooking dinner tonight! I am however going to relax with this fruit forward, slightly tannic Merlot.
I am not cooking dinner tonight! I am however going to relax with this fruit forward, slightly tannic Merlot.
1 person found it helpfulJul 23rd, 2019
Great wine.. definitely taste the rum which adds great flavor.
Great wine.. definitely taste the rum which adds great flavor.
Jan 29th, 2022
Delicious cabernet sauvigñon aged in rum barrels. Sweet and mellow taste but well balanced, with black fruit hints.
My new favorite.
Delicious cabernet sauvigñon aged in rum barrels. Sweet and mellow taste but well balanced, with black fruit hints.
My new favorite.
Nov 25th, 2021
A gift from Pam. Drank with the family with Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon. A great combination.
A gift from Pam. Drank with the family with Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon. A great combination.
Jul 25th, 2021
Monterey County, Central Coast, California, USA
