Requiem Red Blend, Columbia Valley, USA 2020 Case (6x750ml) Franklin Tate Estates almost velvet in texture

almost velvet in texture

floral and spice qualities on the mineral-accented nose

Clear and glossy appearance

29% meunier

single vineyard wine is 100% Barbera from the Demeter certified biodynamic estate vineyard in the Vista Flores region of the Uco Valley

Requiem Red Blend, Columbia Valley, USA 2020 Case (6x750ml) Franklin Tate Estates almost velvet in textureThis 5050 blend of Syrah and Merlot begins with promising aromas of blueberry compote, cumin and orange zest. Once in the mouth, that promise falls short. The only fruit I could pick out was a modicum of dark plum, with weak black tea and dark chocolate to keep it company. The mouthfeel feels thin and the amount of heat on the tongue was distracting. Wine Enthusiast