Pretty tasty, if a bit simple/straightforward. Some oak (not overpowering) and a touch of heat on this. Nice to see some decent Temps coming out of WA.
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Enjoyable bottle. Bright red fruits with subtle earthy notes on the nose. The palate surprises with a overall tone of darker fruit, with really nice tannin structure. Pretty bright and acidic on day 1; by day 3 it had mellowed to a very different character, earthy and smoky.
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(Kerloo Cellars Tempranillo Columbia Valley) An aromatically appealing wine with pure aromas of cherry, pencil lead, dark flowers, and vanilla. The palate has pure cherry flavors, citrusy acidity, and refined tannins that retain a sense of firmness and freshness. A very pretty, nuanced wine that is made in a lighter style with excellent balance. 86% Tempranillo (57% Les Collines Block 9 and 29, 29% Stone Tree Block 17) and 14% Garnacha (Alder Ridge Block 34). Aged in 17 months in French and American oak (14% new). 13.9% alcohol. 161 cases produced.
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1/27/2017 - snowingfun wrote: 85 Points
Disappointing. Alcohol on the nose, too much heat. Little tart, finish was light. Just not a lot of depth to this one.
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12/22/2014 - LSWhidbey wrote: 88 Points
Not much nose. Dark & dry but very drinkable and delightful. A bit strong but will mellow out in another year or two. I'd keep it in the cellar.
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5/31/2013 - RJ&JJ wrote: 86 Points
Needs a lot more time to lay down... tannin much too strong and overpowers any fruit.
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4/24/2013 - IamNotDrinkingAny#@!%Merlot wrote: 88 Points
Pretty tasty, if a bit simple/straightforward. Some oak (not overpowering) and a touch of heat on this. Nice to see some decent Temps coming out of WA.
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4/9/2013 - Bender Bending Rodriguez Likes this wine: 89 Points
Enjoyable bottle. Bright red fruits with subtle earthy notes on the nose. The palate surprises with a overall tone of darker fruit, with really nice tannin structure. Pretty bright and acidic on day 1; by day 3 it had mellowed to a very different character, earthy and smoky.
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