This blend of 65% Grenache, 31% Syrah, 4% Mourvèdre shows ripe blueberry and red raspberry with raisin undertones and black pepper top notes. Freshly turned earth becomes more of a focal point with aeration, an attractive nose although the alcohol is distracting.
A juicy, sweet and spicy palate, like cinnamon inflected chocolate candy, it features a medium plus body with some persistent cedar carrying through the finish. It’s evolution is quite linear but consistent from front to back with a medium length finish that shows black licorice on the back end. Tannins are soft and acidity just barely sufficient.
Designed to be a crowd pleaser, this delivers value for the price if you don’t mind the candied notes. It paired well with a Cassoulet.
Score: 86
Price: $13
Alc: 14.5%
A perfect wine to sip while listening to Sade, confected and pretty but likeable anyway.
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