The Ojai Vineyard

Duvarita Vineyard Syrah 2022

9.3

2022 vintage. Last tasted a year ago 01.15.25 (9.1). Continuing medium body . The prettier, perfumed side of Syrah currently vs. the knuckle-dragging, monolithic style of Syrah. Excellent intro into this grape for those timid souls afraid of the big, bad wolf from previous wine escapades/near fatalities. The white pepper, black pepper, dustiness and Chambord hallmarks swirling about in both nose and mouth. Second pass after chilling down to the mid-60's (from 70 degrees) added a pleasantly gauzy layer of smoke and tobacco. Still trying to figure out what it wants to be when it grows up but gaining in both confidence and street cred. Show some respect...er...patience if you can. Screams for a double decant. 01.11.26. — 4 months ago

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Escapades

Coastal Region Sémillon

Arvind Sharma

9.0

Had 2013 vintage. Very pleasantly surprised with the overall quality because was not expecting much. Went very well with spicy Thai food. Not overly sweet and pleasant aromas. — 11 years ago

Chateau de l'Aujardiere

Escapades Muscadet Coteaux De La Loire Sur Lie Melon de Bourgogne

Dan Rickershauser

9.4

Nice and light! — 2 years ago

Escapades

Coastal Region Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2014

Antonis Zet.

9.0

89/100pts, 4⭐. 2014 blend of 50% CS, 40% Shiraz, 10% Malbec in 12 month oaking. Cape vineyards, South Africa.

Dark purplish.
Arresting espresso aromas in cinnamon cloud.
Lively acidity tingling an all exciting palate of ham & sour forest berries notes, with fresh spicy tannins integated in med+ body.
Playful bitter liquorice flavor on long finish.

💬Fascinating red blend ticking all good New World boxes. 2014 drinks till 2025 nicely."Escapades" is a joint venture of 3 Greek winemakers in the Western Cape. — 7 years ago

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