Murrieta's Well

The Spur Livermore Valley Red Blend

8.932 ratings

9.41 pro ratings

Livermore Valley, San Francisco Bay, California, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion

Top Notes For

9.4

The Spur is medium-dark in the glass and offers up a beautiful nose that is defined by its aging process. Vanilla spice and cigar box notes keep the cherry-red fruit flavors disguised well. The palate is a savory splash of herbs, fruit and spice. As in the aroma profile, red fruit takes a back seat but never has to shout, “down in front!” There's a hint of tartness that lines up perfectly with the bounty of flavor in this wine. A firm tannic structure adds purpose to pleasure.

The Spur is medium-dark in the glass and offers up a beautiful nose that is defined by its aging process. Vanilla spice and cigar box notes keep the cherry-red fruit flavors disguised well. The palate is a savory splash of herbs, fruit and spice. As in the aroma profile, red fruit takes a back seat but never has to shout, “down in front!” There's a hint of tartness that lines up perfectly with the bounty of flavor in this wine. A firm tannic structure adds purpose to pleasure.

2 people found it helpfulAug 26th, 2017

9.8

Erin had this 7 years ago

Erin had this 7 years ago

1 person found it helpfulJan 31st, 2018

8.5

Nice Thursday wine. 4/18

Nice Thursday wine. 4/18

May 6th, 2018

8.5

Great red blend!!

Great red blend!!

Jan 21st, 2018

8.8

Earthy undertones. Not overly bold. Great flavor!

Earthy undertones. Not overly bold. Great flavor!

Dec 23rd, 2017

9.0

Big fan of the 2014. Small production-207 barrels

Big fan of the 2014. Small production-207 barrels

Dec 15th, 2017

8.8

NCC wine tasting.

NCC wine tasting.

Nov 7th, 2017

9.0

Great value! Really enjoyed this wine.

Great value! Really enjoyed this wine.

Oct 7th, 2017

9.6

rich and full bodied - mom approves

rich and full bodied - mom approves

Oct 4th, 2017

9.6

Very nice blend. Flavorful bouquet of well-balanced and long lasting notes - nothing over powering, just delightful!

Very nice blend. Flavorful bouquet of well-balanced and long lasting notes - nothing over powering, just delightful!

Sep 12th, 2017