Winery - Isenhower
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Spicy, citrusy, sharp and herbal, this pure Syrah shows a slightly green, tannic, peppery character. Still tasting quite young, it needs time and air to take the rough edge off the tannins. But it’s got character and depth, with an interesting toasted cracker finish.
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Isenhower Syrah - 2006
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The wine opens with a beautiful nose; fresh and forward, with creamy, leesy, textural flavors. Spice, mint and fresh green herb is nicely matched to tart, tangy fruits—tangerine, orange, and citrus. Flavors persist into a clean, refreshing finish. Try it with spicy foods, such as gumbo, jambalaya and some curries.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is an excellent, concentrated southern Rhône style rosé crafted from 58% Counoise, 30% Mourvèdre and 12% Grenache. It’s bone dry, spicy and dense; in fact, unlike most rosés, it could be aged for another year or two.
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Isenhower Rosé - 2007
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This classic Bordeaux blend—67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 17% Cab Franc and 6% Petit Verdot—is crafted from 100% Sagemoor vineyard grapes. It’s chewy and herbal, with substantial tannins. It probably needs some time to smooth out the rough spots, but it’s got character and a mix of Bordeaux-like cassis and herb flavors, all in good balance and finished entirely in older neutral oak.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
It’s supple, lightly spicy and svelte—it has the sleekness of a fine racehorse, and runs across the palate at a confident gallop. Brambly, elegant and nuanced with herb and ripe stone fruits, with poise and balance to burn.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The outstanding Elerding vineyard provided the fruit in 2006. From the opening whiff of dried spice, fresh herb, pepper and earth, it opens into a rich palate stocked with wild fruits, moist earth, coffee grounds and leafy forest floor materials. If you enjoy your Syrah on the wild side, you will want a bottle of this.
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Isenhower Syrah - 2006
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The Merlot is blended with 10% Cabernet Franc, scented with black olive, herb and fresh berries. The alcohol hits 14.5%, but despite that, and the deep color, the wine feels a little thin in the middle, and the tannins override the fruit with astringent, black tea flavors.
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Isenhower Merlot - 2007
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