Y Rousseau 2011 Alder Springs Vineyard Tannat (Mendocino County)

Country: US / Alder Springs Vineyard
Variety: Tannat California
Winery: Y Rousseau / Mendocino County

This big, tannic, compelling wine needs aging and/or a robust dish like roast beef or grilled lamb chops to show its best stuff. It has a deep smoky red color, intense aromas of wood smoke, black pepper and Worcestershire sauce, with flavors of black cherry, cinnamon, clove and cassis.