Wow, what can you
say about this one. This was one of first bottles we purchased in 2009
back in the early years after they opened their winery in Fredericksburg. Rancho
Ponte had made some pretty good reds, but this one outshines them all!
Originally pitched as a Bordeaux style blend, the exact mixture is not known,
however it does have a strong sense of Syrah and Cabernet notes. The dark
ruby color still holds well for its age. A few swirls and a few sips,
and you’ll still sense some jam, strawberry, and blackberry notes. There
is some smokiness to the wine and it has a pleasant light finish. This red
blend is worthy of a nice thick protein pairing! Sadly, their
Fredericksburg location is closed. So, cherish this one with great
friends if you have any bottles lingering in your cellar. Cheers!
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