Tercero
Verbiage Grenache Blend
Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
Full without being overpowering. Big nose that was complex and kept me coming back. There is tobacco on this nose along with red fruit. Deep red and black fruit on the palate that make my mouth water (ie good acid). This was day two. I'll add to the review tomorrow if Michael doesn't finish the bottle before I get home!
Full without being overpowering. Big nose that was complex and kept me coming back. There is tobacco on this nose along with red fruit. Deep red and black fruit on the palate that make my mouth water (ie good acid). This was day two. I'll add to the review tomorrow if Michael doesn't finish the bottle before I get home!
1 person found it helpfulJun 29th, 2016
Wines like this are stitched in my fabric. Larry was KEY in establishing my love affair with SB. This wine reminds me of that first spark. Smoky, raspberry, with hint of pine. Nose screams SB Grenache. Completely consistent with nose with added tapenade. As you introduce oxygen, the Viognier floral notes spring up. Gives impression it's going to be a big wine until an orange acid streak rings through palate as it goes down. Definitely has some nice, silky tannin structure. But typical Schaffer style. There's a nimbleness. Well done, my friend.
Wines like this are stitched in my fabric. Larry was KEY in establishing my love affair with SB. This wine reminds me of that first spark. Smoky, raspberry, with hint of pine. Nose screams SB Grenache. Completely consistent with nose with added tapenade. As you introduce oxygen, the Viognier floral notes spring up. Gives impression it's going to be a big wine until an orange acid streak rings through palate as it goes down. Definitely has some nice, silky tannin structure. But typical Schaffer style. There's a nimbleness. Well done, my friend.
1 person found it helpfulAug 18th, 2014
Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com
Tercero wines are delicious. #Winemaker @larryschaffer is trying new things in #sbcountywines specializing in #rhoneblend and #mourvedre they have a #tastingroom in #losolivos and if you go try the bread Larry makes. This wine has an amazing #bouquet.
Tercero wines are delicious. #Winemaker @larryschaffer is trying new things in #sbcountywines specializing in #rhoneblend and #mourvedre they have a #tastingroom in #losolivos and if you go try the bread Larry makes. This wine has an amazing #bouquet.
Aug 27th, 2016
"this 2015 Verbiage Rouge is a wild beast of a wine, after 42 months of aging in French oak. Note the bramble fruit, earth, and tea leaves in the nose. The blend hit their peak after a second on the palate. Enjoy the long finish.
"this 2015 Verbiage Rouge is a wild beast of a wine, after 42 months of aging in French oak. Note the bramble fruit, earth, and tea leaves in the nose. The blend hit their peak after a second on the palate. Enjoy the long finish.
Nov 17th, 2022
As close to a chateauneuf de paup as you can get.
As close to a chateauneuf de paup as you can get.
Jul 31st, 2022
(2012 vintage)Nose is redundant of black pepper, dry leaves, and rich soil. Maybe blueberry shrubs? Palate has a good bit of heat, lots of sun-warmed earthiness. Some dark fruit high notes, but very restrained. This may get more interesting as time passes... My inner Rhône Ranger is pleased!
(2012 vintage)Nose is redundant of black pepper, dry leaves, and rich soil. Maybe blueberry shrubs? Palate has a good bit of heat, lots of sun-warmed earthiness. Some dark fruit high notes, but very restrained. This may get more interesting as time passes... My inner Rhône Ranger is pleased!
Mar 9th, 2018
Perfect for any Rhone lover on a budget.
Perfect for any Rhone lover on a budget.
Jun 11th, 2016
This wine has aged nicely. Is it the syrah or the Mourvèdre that calms the Grenache? Lovely.
This wine has aged nicely. Is it the syrah or the Mourvèdre that calms the Grenache? Lovely.
Jun 4th, 2016
A nice dinner wine...rich yet balanced with nice acidity
A nice dinner wine...rich yet balanced with nice acidity
May 3rd, 2016