Dark, viscous motor oil and blackberry. Tasty, but needs another 8yr or so. — 2 months ago
Must love roasted veggies. But this has shed some of its oak and youthful reduction. In a good spot with another 5-10 years of interest. — 5 months ago
I’ve loved the wines from Alpha Estate for years but this was the first time trying the SMX blend. It did not disappoint. Full-bodied and dark, it produced flavors of blackberry, plum, chocolate, vanilla, and earth. Definitely needed some air before opening up fully, but it could have spent another couple of years in the bottle. 60% Syrah, 20% Merlot, 20% Xinomavro. 4/29/25. — 8 days ago
Cherry aroma with spicy notes, medium color and body, light acidity and tannins, paired well with a meaty Moussaka. — 2 months ago
Nice citrus flavor and nose. Good but not special. Great value under $20. — 5 months ago
This 2019 is drinking beautiful. — a month ago
Tasted in 2019 and thought it needed 3+ years, well worth the 6 years, softened nicely but still has time left — a month ago
A delicious wine for a cold Winter’s evening. Decanted for about four hours. Fabulous bouquet. Full-bodied. Blackberries and dark chocolate predominate. — 4 months ago
John Malcolm
Lush, full-bodied wine. Blackberry jam, dark chocolate, and a hint of spice. — 9 days ago