A Lift / WeeksEnd wine

b"sd
pretty amazing twelve people can all give the same gift but its so special,special enough to repeat what they gave if it comes with a full heart to give.
Have a good one; H

[Robin Garr]

Another South African wine ...

Spice Route 2013 "Chakalaka" Western Cape Red ($20.99)

Dark reddish-purple, almost black at the core, with bright ruby glints against the light. Delicious scents of black plums, blackberries and raspberries add just a subtle hint of warm spice in the aroma. Ripe, juicy plums dominate an appetizing flavor shaped by food-friendly acidity and a significant edge of soft but perceptible tannins, with a bit of heat showing from its 14.5% alcohol. Mixed berries and a fresh, citric snap linger in a very long finish. A blend of 50% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, 13% Petite Sirah, 8% Carignan, 8% Grenache, and 6% Tannat. U.S. importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, Ala.

2012 Gauthier Sonoma Coast pinot noir; another excellent wine from this small winery.