2020 Matthews Red Mountain Claret
"A gorgeous, saturated crimson color in the glass, with wafting aromas of blackberry syrup and crème de cacao. On its full-bodied palate, notes of cherry wood, sweet spices, fig, and licorice stick. It is bright, with plush tannin structure. The finish is long with lingering flavors of coffee, cherry, dried violets, and Chambord." -Bryan Otis, Proprietor
Praise:
"The 2020 ‘Red Mountain Claret’ Red Wine is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon (61%) with small portions Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot sourced from the Canyons, Hedges, Shaw, Red Mountain and Quintessence Vineyards. Once on the nose this takes on layers of creosote, blackberry cordial, and suggestions of chocolate pie. The palate is concentrated and plush with a seamless texture and good length. This is seriously good and generous Left Bank inspired wine that is best consumed now and over the next fifteen years. Drink 2022-2037." -94 points, Owen Bargreen, owenbargreen.com
"A gorgeous, saturated crimson color in the glass, with wafting aromas of blackberry syrup and crème de cacao. On its full-bodied palate, notes of cherry wood, sweet spices, fig, and licorice stick. It is bright, with plush tannin structure. The finish is long with lingering flavors of coffee, cherry, dried violets, and Chambord." - Bryan Otis, Proprietor
