Region: Washington State
Year: 2009
It is obviously getting very close to Christmas. It is the time of year when I tend to gets lots of bottles of wine as gifts from various people (work, friends, etc.). It seems like we are on track for the same again this year. I hope to stay current with the new wines that come my way, which means I'm going to have to sit down and write more than once a week. I don't think I can get much more current then writing about the wine I opened this evening to have with dinner and have a glass of right next to me as I type away. This one was a gift I actually just received today from someone at work, so I thought it was as good a choice as any. Interestingly enough, it is another red blend, which I've reviewed a few of lately.
This wine is a blend of a few different grapes, but from what I've read online, it seems to be mostly Syrah, with some Merlot, Cab Franc and Sauvignon. With those grapes, it is no wonder it is a deep, dark red color. It also has a very strong, but pleasant aroma. What first came to mind, and still does as I take another smell, is mixed berries. Nothing in particular stands out to me, but the blend is very nice. The berries is a common theme as I take sip. What I like about this wine is the flavor hits you right up front, and really lingers quite nicely for a strong, but smooth finish. Now, it is not one of those $10 bottles of wine that you would think cost 2 or 3 times that amount, but it is a solid entry at a good price. Might make a good wine to give someone at work as a present :) Enjoy!
Rating: 3.50 Corks (Nice flavor, decent price)
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