Eric Kent Wine Cellars Syrah Kalen's Big Boy Blend
Tasted 12 April 2021
Sonoma County · Bennett Valley
Black cherry, vanilla, cherry cough syrup, Cracker Jack molasses, and blackberry seed. The front end is a simple and linear shot of fruit unable to achieve much depth or complexity (from PnP to extended exposure to air…
Similar notes to last year. A very round and inviting Chardonnay, if not a bit too simple overall. Some nice yellow citrus fruit and hints of vanilla and buttered popcorn. Nothing over the top, but a…
Similar to last year. Buttery at first, but then settled into a nice glide of yellow citrus and popcorn flavors. Fairly unctuous, but also maintained its focus pretty well over the course of a couple…
The best showing for this wine in my opinion. Some nice energy and verve housing a core of cranberry, red raspberry, orange rind, and spice. A little alcohol on the finish took away some drive from…