Winery - River Star
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Young and tannic, with some acidic harshess to the cherry-berry flavors that’s unlikely to age out. Drink now, with rich, fatty foods.
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River Star Syrah - 2003
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
I like this Merlot for its plush fruit and soft balance. It’s bigtime in chocolate-infused blackberries, plums and cherries, with more exotic notes of Asian spices. Yet the finish is totally dry, and the tannins are rich and ripe. Seems at its best now.
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River Star Merlot - 2004
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The dryness hits you first, then the tannins. This is a Syrah that’s hard and astringent, almost aggressive. But then the core of blackberries and cherries kicks in, turning spicy and licorice-like on the finish. Suddenly, the wine is interesting. One to watch, if the winemaker can manage those bigtime tannins.
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River Star Syrah - 2004
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Nice structure on this dry, smooth Cab, which is made in the modern cult style of soft, immediate likeability. The blackberry, cassis, cherry and oak flavors are appealing. But at this price, you have a right to demand more depth and complexity.
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