Saturday, May 18, 2019

Tannat – 2010; Bending Branch Winery; Comfort, Texas


Hello Tannat!  If you are a fan of the old-world wines, you might be thinking blending.  If you are into new world wine, then yes…it does make for a great single varietal wine.  Sourced from Bella Collina Vineyards in California, its earthy and rich texture is to die for. Dark rich color, yes, but that is just part of the “visual effects” as you enjoy the experience of tasting this wine. Let it breathe for about an hour or so and the characters of this Tannat wine really reveal themselves well. You will get blackberry and cherry notes complimented by a bit of tobacco and a touch of cinnamon. It has an elegant and lingering finish that will surely entice you to keep coming back for more.  Age worthy? Most definitely!  Meat pairing?  Bring on that fatty ribeye and chow down.  This wine is just additional proof that the Elysium fields do exist on earth. Cheers!


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