
More austerity than I was expecting from the Vineyard holdings and the excellence of the vintage. Needed a better balance of Cassis and Blackberry fruit IMO. Still the best match for a steak in preference to a Shiraz. Another 5 to 10 years in front of it.
More austerity than I was expecting from the Vineyard holdings and the excellence of the vintage. Needed a better balance of Cassis and Blackberry fruit IMO. Still the best match for a steak in preference to a Shiraz. Another 5 to 10 years in front of it.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 3rd, 2018
Aromatic, savory, rust, tart red currant, mint, roasted red fruit nose; savory, tart red currant palate with medium acidity and firm, fine tannins; could use 4 years and should go 25+; medium-plus finish
Aromatic, savory, rust, tart red currant, mint, roasted red fruit nose; savory, tart red currant palate with medium acidity and firm, fine tannins; could use 4 years and should go 25+; medium-plus finish
Feb 24th, 2017
High notes yes, more air better. Not sure about headache yet. Could change rating. We are cavemen.
High notes yes, more air better. Not sure about headache yet. Could change rating. We are cavemen.
Jun 29th, 2025
smooth taste, with a nice balance of sour notes and bitterness (in after sip)
smooth taste, with a nice balance of sour notes and bitterness (in after sip)
Apr 29th, 2025