Idle Hour, Clarksburg (California) Tannat 2016

Mar 22, 2018

By Rich Cook

 Tannat is a favorite variety of winemaker Anna Marie Dos Remedios, who has sourced it from Heringer for several years now.  The familiarity shows, with a gentle coaxing of full expression evident.  Bright blackberry and spiced plum flood the nose and the mouth, with notes of cedar chest and vanilla adding interest.  Delicious!  A Platinum Award Winner at the 2018 Monterey International Wine Competition. 

Country / Region

California

Appellation

Clarksburg

Grape Variety

Tannat

Color

Red

Vintage

2016

Score

94

Price

US $ 40.00

Producer

Idle Hour