2018 Carter Hossfeld Coliseum Red
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The 2018 Red Blend Hossfeld Coliseum is a pretty, open-knit wine to drink now and over the next handful of years. Crushed red berry fruit, spice, rose petal and cinnamon are nicely lifted in this succulent, racy, Merlot-based blend.
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Jeb Dunnuck
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A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, the deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Red Blend Hossfeld Coliseum delivers pronounced scents of stewed plums, blackberry preserves, kirsch and wild blueberries with suggestions of spice box, Sichuan pepper, menthol and star anise. The full-bodied palate is chock-full of expressive black and blue fruit preserves flavors, supported by ripe, rounded tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and spicy.
A Merlot-dominated blend, the 2018 Hossfeld Coliseum offers a gorgeous, Vieux Chateau Certain-like sexiness in its blackcurrant and macerated black cherry fruit as well as notes of chocolate, smoke tobacco, cigar, and spice. This full-bodied beauty has no hard edges, a beautiful blend of richness and freshness, sweet tannins, and a great finish. It’s a beautiful, powerful wine that stays light and graceful. Drink it over the coming 15 years or more.