Jonata, Sangre other_regions_italy None of the dramatic elements

None of the dramatic elements are integrated

2010 being more gentle

Discreet wood influence surrounds the intensely spicy and earthy nose that is at once elegant yet animale and this sauvage character extends to the very rich

Oak is a touch more evident than in most years because the fruit is not at full ripeness

Stunning levels of vibrant

Jonata, Sangre other_regions_italy None of the dramatic elementsMatt Dees is the winemaker on a property originally invested in by Charles Banks and Stan Kroenke (in the same stable as Screaming Eagle at one stage). Blackish purple. Not very balanced. Sweetness at the start and then a hot chewy end. Liquorice. Fades a bit fast. A bit fossilised. Tastes as though it hasnt evolved for while. Is this an attempt at a Guigal La La style? Not for me at the moment.