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— Kevin
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2014 - Jeb Dunnuck
These charming, character filled releases are made by Kevin Jussila, who pulls exclusively from his estate, dry-farmed vineyard located in…continue
2014 Aatto - 91 pts from Vinous
Deep ruby. Vibrant, spice-accented aromas of cherry, black raspberry, licorice and cracked pepper, along with a hint of smokiness in…continue
2014 Aatto - 91 pts from Wine Enthusiast
This blend of 48% Counoise, 38% Mourvèdre and 14% Grenache shows gravel, dried cherry, hibiscus and charred wood scents on…continue
2014 Aatto - 92 pts from Isaac James Baker
Aromas show tart strawberries, cranberries, it’s really spicy with sour ale, smoke, pepper and herbal notes. Plum and chewy on…continue
2014 iso - 92 pts Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Inky ruby. Powerful, smoke- and spice-accented aromas of cassis and cherry compote are joined by candied licorice and floral nuances.…continue
2014 iso - 92 pts from Vinous
Inky ruby. Powerful, smoke- and spice-accented aromas of cassis and cherry compote are joined by candied licorice and floral nuances.…continue
2014 Lothario - 91 pts from Vinous
Opaque ruby. Ripe dark berry and cherry scents are complemented by suggestions of vanilla and woodsmoke. Juicy blackberry and bitter…continue
2014 noir - 91 pts from Vinous
Bright purple. Smoke-tinged black and blue fruit, vanilla and licorice aromas, along with a hint of exotic Indian spices. Palate-coating…continue
2014 noir - 92 pts from Jeb Dunnuck
Made from 89% Syrah and 11% Counoise, the 2014 Noir is terrific. Black raspberries, spice-box, dried violets and hints of…continue
2014 noir - 92 pts from Wine Enthusiast
This Syrah, which blends 11% Counoise, is all about darkness, offering baking spice, blueberry, roast lamb, thyme, and espresso notes…continue
2014 noir - 94 pts from Isaac James Baker
Really cool stuff! On the nose, I get cedar, roasted chestnuts and walnuts on top of black cherries and plums,…continue
2014 pas de deux - 91 pts from Jeb Dunnuck
Made from equal parts Syrah and Grenache, aged 18 months in new and once used 500-liter barrels, the 2014 Pas…continue
2014 pas de deux - 92 pts from Vinous
Saturated ruby. Smoke- and spice-tinged black and blue fruit, incense and woodsmoke on the highly perfumed nose. Stains the palate…continue
2014 pas de deux - 92 pts from Wine Enthusiast
This blend of 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah expertly employs the best of both grapes, blending beastly brawn with floral…continue
2014 sisu - 92 pts from Jeb Dunnuck
A blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah, the 2014 Sisu offers lots of spiced red fruits, dried…continue
2014 sisu - 92 pts from Vinous
Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed blue fruit, floral pastille and cola aromas are complemented by suggestions of cracked pepper and licorice.…continue
2014 sisu - 93 pts from Wine Enthusiast
Deep aromas of caramelized black plum, elegant lilacs, brown sugar and roasted beef show on the nose of this blend…continue