Region: Cotes du Rhone
Country: France
Year: 2009
Price: $11.95
Food?: Not paired with food.
Winery Review:
A beautiful ruby red wine. Very fragrant, with aromas of red fruit (currant, strawberry, and cherry) with hints of black pepper and cinnamon. Medium-bodied and silky in the mouth with mature, round tannins. Enjoy with meats, grilled vegetables or cheese.
My Review:
This extra-dry, tannic, red packed a powerful punch. I was able to pick up on the wine's earthy undertones that were played up by the spicy/smokey kick. I would describe this red as the 'man's man' of red wine. This bold red also featured a stronger fragrance than the other wines at the tasting, and I fear that this red could overpower a dinner. Needless to say, this was not a personal favorite, but it was definitely interesting. I suppose the strong spicy/fruity mix could go well with some blue-cheese type appetizers to offset another bold flavor.
This extra-dry, tannic, red packed a powerful punch. I was able to pick up on the wine's earthy undertones that were played up by the spicy/smokey kick. I would describe this red as the 'man's man' of red wine. This bold red also featured a stronger fragrance than the other wines at the tasting, and I fear that this red could overpower a dinner. Needless to say, this was not a personal favorite, but it was definitely interesting. I suppose the strong spicy/fruity mix could go well with some blue-cheese type appetizers to offset another bold flavor.
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