Thursday, March 24, 2016

Tasting - Crane Lake Shiraz

Name: Crane Lake Shiraz 2013
Variety: Syrah
Region: California
Country: United States
Year: 2013
Price:  $5.95

Shop Review: Beautiful ruby appearance, with blackberry and pepper notes. Tannins and fruit marry well for a soft finish. This wine pairs well with sharp cheddar cheese and hazelnuts. Also try it along with roast lamb at Easter time, veal marsala, or grilled salmon.

My Review: This wine was a bright red with aromas of black cherry and the sweetness of vanilla. There were hints of pepper and a slight aroma of smoke. The body of this wine was light with a bitterness coming through on the mid-palate that I think came from the tannins. However, the wine was still very smooth. This was had without food.

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