December 13, 2015 2:37 pm
Cost: $13.99 Cayman Islands
Grape: 49% Merlot, 42% Syrah, 9% Zinfandel
Category: Red Wine
Location Tortuga
Country: California
Region:
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Primal Roots Wnery
Alcohol: 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Although on the sweeter side it’s well integrated and balanced
Description: Opaque ruby in colour with a medium+ intense nose. This wine features light oak, Black Forest Cake, plum, cherry, mocha and vanilla. Full body with light tannins, good acidity and a fairly long length.
Negatives: None
Interesting Note: First time I can actually enjoy an entry style California Cab that’s on the sweeter style
Drink now or in the next couple of years on its own or pair it with Peppered Beef Tenderloin with Merlot Shallot Sauce.
Tasted: 5 Dec 2015
Best Buy
Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 9/10 Total: 17.5+/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5+
Posted by Twilight Wines
Categories: Best Buys, Non LCBO Wine, Red Wines
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