Winery - Henry Estate
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here is an unusual mix of scents: pine needle, barnyard and earthy, cherry fruit. A good-value wine, with plenty of cherry flavor, augmented by a hint of chicken coop. Balanced, soft tannins finish it out. About 3000 cases made. Best Buy. —P.G.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a quaffable (about 10% alcohol), off, dry white wine, with intense, clean, lovely floral flavors. Citrus and citrus blossom mingle, making it almost like a still version of Prosecco. There is a surprisingly long finish with spicy floral flavors, intense and flavorful.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a reserve style wine that is made in non-reserve years. A step up from their “Umpqua” bottling, with more texture, firm fruit and it moves past light cherry flavors into some tart berry.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
You’ve got to love the name (there have been Henry II, III and IV’s made, with different blends of grapes). This is 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc, 9% Syrah and 5% Malbec. The nose shows earth and stem first, with some sweet grape and red fruits underneath. Balanced and fruit forward, with plenty of tart acids.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Henry estate, Scott Henry explains, “is more Alsace/Burgundy country, but we feel we are on the ragged edge of pulling these Bordeaux guys off.” A fair and candid assessment. This is a lean, but not too green, Merlot. It shows dark cherry fruit, some stem and wood, and fairly stiff tannins.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Displays a tight nose with barnyardy, almost espresso coffee notes. Dark cherry, licorice and earthy flavors mark this engaging wine. Full mouthfeel with a long tannic finish, this is an interesting wine that needs a year or two to fully develop.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Smoky, beet and bark, with some vanilla. Light, dry, thin.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Earthy, with herb and tomato, and tart cranberry fruit. Lean but supple, with some soft, woodsy notes.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Dusty, pale coppery color and scents of pears and bubble gum. Ripe, round and fruity, with lots of tropical flavors and some perceptible sweetness.
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