Another lovely showing from a lineup of wines sampled at Terra Blanca. The 2009 Onyx is drinking beautifully—an elegant Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec, all from the winery's Red Mountain estate. Generous, layered aromas of blackberries, cassis, ripe plum, bay leaf, and cedar lead into a wine that is focused and finely tuned. Powdery tannins act as a foundation to a black-fruited core. Spice, incense and green peppercorn on the close. 13.5% ABV Sample | 9.2 Points
Another lovely showing from a lineup of wines sampled at Terra Blanca. The 2009 Onyx is drinking beautifully—an elegant Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec, all from the winery's Red Mountain estate. Generous, layered aromas of blackberries, cassis, ripe plum, bay leaf, and cedar lead into a wine that is focused and finely tuned. Powdery tannins act as a foundation to a black-fruited core. Spice, incense and green peppercorn on the close. 13.5% ABV Sample | 9.2 Points
Jul 13th, 2017
Black cherry, cassis, blackberry, mocha smooth mouthfeel. Would like a little more acid. 2009 vintage
Black cherry, cassis, blackberry, mocha smooth mouthfeel. Would like a little more acid. 2009 vintage
Jun 12th, 2015
My bottle was likely oxidized already. Just strong tasting with no merit or character. Color already bad with significant bricking, so this may be an uncharacteristic bottle.
My bottle was likely oxidized already. Just strong tasting with no merit or character. Color already bad with significant bricking, so this may be an uncharacteristic bottle.
Jan 15th, 2024
Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
