2010 vintage. ch. Kalpak. Bordeaux blend from Tekirdag in Turkey. From Jay. Very 'Napa' style. Fruit forward and a little hot. Dark fruits on the nose. Black cherries, blackberries, menthol, cloves, nutmeg and a touch of cinnamon. Consistent on the palate. Well balanced with good acidity and well put together tannic structure although a little on the soft side. Finishes off well with good length. Great combo with braised meats although I had it with turbot which was not a good pairing. I had very managed expectations but quite surprised by the quality. Drink now to 2020.
2010 vintage. ch. Kalpak. Bordeaux blend from Tekirdag in Turkey. From Jay. Very 'Napa' style. Fruit forward and a little hot. Dark fruits on the nose. Black cherries, blackberries, menthol, cloves, nutmeg and a touch of cinnamon. Consistent on the palate. Well balanced with good acidity and well put together tannic structure although a little on the soft side. Finishes off well with good length. Great combo with braised meats although I had it with turbot which was not a good pairing. I had very managed expectations but quite surprised by the quality. Drink now to 2020.
Aug 7th, 2015
Turkey
