(September 20, 2016) … Here we have one of those dichotomy wines, it goes against the old adage of not putting something in your mouth due to the smell … There’s a little VA (volatile acidity, aka nail polish remover) that starts to emerge slowly on the nose, it almost overwhelms the aroma-factor within 15 minutes, but take a sip and the palate doesn’t show any of it: it starts off with some peppery notes but smooths quickly and shows just a tickle of dried dark berries. It’s not a bad wine for 13 years of age, it’s drinkable, but the nose might be a little off-putting to some, so be warned.
Cline 2003 Los Carneros Syrah (California)
