90POINTS
16½/20
Pirouette Red Blend 2009
Columbia Valley, Washington, United StatesNice cassis, blackberry, spicy, earthy, savoury, black olive, orange peel, dark chocolate, green bean, tea and vanilla aromas. Full, round, ripe, supple but dry palate with some good tannins. Chocolate, vanilla, peppery, tobacco, liquorice, blackberry, cassis jam, black olive, smoky, dried herb and leather flavours. Warm, oaky finish with youthful, gritty tannins to dissipate. Needs 3-5 years.Tasted: 02 February 2013Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $70.00 | 750ml | speculative listing - Mark Anthony Brands |
ON | $85.00 | 750ml | Vintages |
AB | $77.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
US | $55.00 | 750ml | estimated retail |
SK | $62.00 | 750ml |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet Franc - MalbecCSPC: 949552UPC: 808755003846