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the long game
— Kevin
the long game Fair warning, I have lot on my mind lately, and I’m feeling compelled to get my thoughts on paper. So, pour yourself a glass of wine and… continue
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2013 - Wine Advocate
These latest releases from winemaker Kevin Jussila are all noteworthy, with fresh, elegant profiles that will age gracefully. This is…continue
2013 Aatto - 90 pts from Vinous
Brilliant red. Perfumed red berry aromas are underscored by smoky mineral and floral nuances. Gently sweet and energetic on the…continue
2013 Aatto - 90 pts from Wine Advocate
Made from an interesting mix of 40% Counoise, 36% Mourvedre and the rest Grenache, the lightly colored 2013 Aatto offers…continue
2013 in the red - 90 pts from Vinous
Opaque purple. Powerful, deep-pitched aromas of blue fruit preserves, licorice and mocha are lifted by a suggestion of cracked pepper.…continue
2013 in the red - 91 pts from Wine Advocate
Another outstanding wine from Kevin Jussila is the 2013 In The Red, which is a 60/40 split of Syrah and…continue
2013 in the red - 92 pts from Isaac James Baker
Nose shows dark currants, blackberries, cedar, clove and cinnamon. Sturdy/dry tannins with moderating acidity. Dark plums, tart black currants, rich…continue
2013 Lothario - 90 pts from Vinous
Saturated ruby. Spicy blue fruits and fresh flowers on the fragrant nose. Sappy, sharply focused boysenberry and bitter cherry flavors…continue
2013 Lothario - 91 pts from Wine Advocate
The 2013 Lothario Proprietary Red (40% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 30% Zinfandel) is a good value and offers medium-bodied, charming…continue
2013 noir - 91 pts from Vinous
Inky purple. Smoke- and spice-accented blackberry and cherry aromas show very good clarity and pick up a smoky element with…continue
2013 noir - 92 pts from Purely Domestic Wine Report
The nose is tar, blueberry, and violet with underlying graphite. The palate entry is firm and awash with florals, licorice,…continue
2013 noir - 92 pts from Wine Advocate
Made from 86% Syrah and 14% Counoise that was harvested from the end of August to the middle of September,…continue
2013 noir - 92 pts from Wine Enthusiast
Waves of rich bacon fat, maple, caramelized black cherries, campfire smoke and an elegant touch of lavender show on the…continue
2013 pas de deux - 91 pts from Isaac James Baker
Savory herbs and spices on the nose with black and red cherries, red licorice, wood planks. Full and velvety with…continue
2013 pas de deux - 91 pts from Vinous
Saturated ruby. Heady smoke- and spice-tinged aromas of ripe black and blue fruits and potpourri. Lush and broad on the…continue
2013 pas de deux - 92 pts from Wine Advocate
The 2013 Pas de Deux is a 60/40 mix of Grenache and Syrah from estate vineyards in the Adelaida region…continue
2013 pas de deux - 93 pts from Wine Enthusiast
There are loads of fresh floral and red spice notes on the nose of this blend of 60% Grenache and…continue
2013 sisu - 91 pts from Vinous
Saturated ruby. Heady smoke- and spice-tinged aromas of ripe black and blue fruits and potpourri. Lush and broad on the…continue
2013 sisu - 91 pts from Wine Advocate
Lastly, the 2013 Sisu is a Syrah-dominated blend that includes 25% Grenache and 20% Mourvedre. Brought up in a mix…continue
2013 sisu - 92 pts from Wine Enthusiast
This blend of 55% Syrah, 25% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre has a dark and gamy nose, with smoked beef, chocolate,…continue
2013 sisu - 93 pts from Isaac James Baker
I get some tart black currants and juicy plums on the nose along with leather, clove, cedar and toasted walnuts.…continue