Zenaida Cellars
Wanderlust Estate Red Rhone Blend
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
The winery’s GSM blends, the 19’ does not have the Templeton Gap designation like the previous vintages.
The initial nose shows promising fresh raspberry and ripe cherry notes, then slowly turns into jammy dark fruits. The palate is full and rich, but too jammy and more acidity is desired.
Delicious nevertheless, but not as good as previous vintages.
The winery’s GSM blends, the 19’ does not have the Templeton Gap designation like the previous vintages.
The initial nose shows promising fresh raspberry and ripe cherry notes, then slowly turns into jammy dark fruits. The palate is full and rich, but too jammy and more acidity is desired.
Delicious nevertheless, but not as good as previous vintages.
I pulled this to compare to the Azimuth.
Nice mix of cranberry, cherry, plum, and blueberry. Full body disguised by the lively fresh acidity. Good fruit intensity and sense of purity. Supple tannins. Long smooth finish.
Templeton Gap is in general considered the coolest sub-appellation, and Willow Creek sits immediately N/NW of Templeton Gap with higher elevation. I think the composition of the varieties has more to do with the differences of the 2 bottles than geographic. More Grenache in this bottle.
I pulled this to compare to the Azimuth.
Nice mix of cranberry, cherry, plum, and blueberry. Full body disguised by the lively fresh acidity. Good fruit intensity and sense of purity. Supple tannins. Long smooth finish.
Templeton Gap is in general considered the coolest sub-appellation, and Willow Creek sits immediately N/NW of Templeton Gap with higher elevation. I think the composition of the varieties has more to do with the differences of the 2 bottles than geographic. More Grenache in this bottle.
Very smooth, slightly dry with a hint of pepper & bold berry fruit.
Very smooth, slightly dry with a hint of pepper & bold berry fruit.
Nov 26th, 2015
Like fireworks in my mouth! First taste is spicy & dry but it quickly transforms into a sweet but tart burst and then into a delightful aftertaste than warms on the way down!
Like fireworks in my mouth! First taste is spicy & dry but it quickly transforms into a sweet but tart burst and then into a delightful aftertaste than warms on the way down!
Jan 31st, 2015Love this Wanderlust blend: Grenache (50%), Syrah (35%), Mourvèdre (15%).
Love this Wanderlust blend: Grenache (50%), Syrah (35%), Mourvèdre (15%).
Nov 15th, 2013
Intensely aromatic with fruit, mostly raspberries. A little monodimensional at that. Moderate + acidity. Medium finish. Easy to drink
Intensely aromatic with fruit, mostly raspberries. A little monodimensional at that. Moderate + acidity. Medium finish. Easy to drink
Apr 18th, 2013Wonderful blend, perfect for enjoying at The "Wanderlust" Yoga Festival in Squaw Valley, North Lake Tahoe, CA!
Wonderful blend, perfect for enjoying at The "Wanderlust" Yoga Festival in Squaw Valley, North Lake Tahoe, CA!
Jul 18th, 2015
