Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère comprise this smoky, rubbery blend that’s roasted and power-packed up front. In the mouth it’s ripe, lush and deep, with cassis, blackberry, toast, pepper and cola flavors. Finishes warm and long, with menthol-like heat. 250 cases made.
— M.S.
(12/1/2011)
Dense and earthy up front, with black fruit aromas, a pinch of olive and a hint of herbal tomato. The palate is solid and lush in feel, with blackberry, chocolate and peppery flavors. Shows the grape’s typical sauvage and olive flavors on a meaty, full finish.
— M.S.
(12/1/2011)
Grilled steak, tire rubber and dark fruit aromas are only slightly herbal. The palate shows full saturation and balance, while the flavors of cassis, black cherry and olive are typical for Chile and quite good. Finishes ripe and easy, with cola and herbal shadings.
— M.S.
(12/1/2011)
Bell pepper, green tobacco and olive aromas blend with generic berry fruit scents. Grabby in the mouth, with sweet, green, somewhat sloppy flavors. Basic on the finish, with sweetness and lingering herbal notes.
— M.S.
(12/1/2011)
Frankly, this smells like a bowl of salsa or a taco; it’s full of tomato, chili pepper and green-herb aromas. The palate is full and tannic, while the flavors run straight to roasted bell pepper and stewed black fruits.
— M.S.
(6/1/2013)