Pale lemon color.
Aromas of lemon cleaner, some tropical notes.
Sweet. Flavors of lemon, orange zest.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — a year ago
Such a lovely wine for the price. Yummy with our Easter turkey dinner. — 5 years ago
One of my favorite CdP producers. I opened this alongside a buddy’s 2009 CSJ Deus Ex Machina and it was really intriguing to see the differences.
60 Grenache/20 Syrah/remainder a blend.
Quick bottle decant before diving in. While ready to go, an hour full-decant would probably be a good call at this stage, but not required. Where the Ex Machina was more high toned and layered (thanks to the blend), this was more up-front and plush. Violets and spiced berry compote aromatically. Dark berry fruit, sweet pipe tobacco and fig dominate the palate. Extremely concentrated (not extracted), with a savory graphite profile at the finish. Would have sworn Mourvèdre was heavy in this. Delicious. 93+ — 10 months ago
Hell yeah! — 5 years ago
Solid rose for under $7! — 6 months ago
This was a wonderful Cabernet Franc at a very reasonable price. Smooth without a bite. Flavor with a pleasant amount of lasting time on the tongue. Great for sharing. — 7 months ago
@Delectable this is the rose of Syrah. Surprisingly tasty rose wine at the beach. — 2 years ago
I’m not a port enthusiast... But meu deus. How is there hints of caramel? This is unreal. — 5 years ago
Norman Gennaro
The color still looks good on this one but I’d like a bit more punch. It’s a bit on the soft side. Not over the edge but these need to be drunk. — 2 months ago