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1999 CLINE
Mouvedre,
Contra Costa County
Small Berry Vineyard
From
the masters of Rhone varietals cum California we get this single
vineyard Mouvedre. Assertive aromas of mint, sage and eucalyptus are all
over the nose. And, yes, there are some fruit notes trying to compete with
the mongo herbs, but they certainly play second fiddle. Just about ditto
on the palate, draped in massively chewy tannins. Not a delicate aperitif,
this one. While some wines are understated, this Cline effort is overstated,
yet loaded with interest. Lean this up against a char grilled T-bone,
medium rare, and you may get some magic!
About $20. 08/20/01
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