2013 Andrew Will Red Two Blondes Vineyard
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Lots of ripe primary fruit with sweet tobacco aromas giving complexity. This has all the ripeness of a warm climate, with the depth and intensity to age well. Just slightly hot alcohol on the finish. (RH)
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Slightly darker in color than the 2012, the 2013 Two Blondes Vineyard has terrific Cabernet notes of black currants, black cherries, coffee bean, tobacco leaf and spring flowers. Rich, medium to full-bodied, beautifully concentrated and structured, with building, fine tannin on the finish, this beauty is approachable today, but will cruise in the cellar for 15+ years.
(35% new oak): Bright medium red. Knockout nose combines redcurrant, milk chocolate, thyme and musky smoky oak. Wonderfully sweet and plush, offering terrific plummy depth and smoky complexity in a style that reminded me of a Saint-Emilion. More red fruits than black, and very sophisticated in texture. Finishes with suave tannins and excellent length. I may be underestimating the potential longevity of this lovely blend because it's so sexy today.
44% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc. A little bit smoky, animal character gives a very welcome funkiness on the palate. Approchable and flattering with a certain sweetness from the alcohol. (RH)