Wolf Trap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier 2009

Franschhoek, South Africa
Natalie's Score: 89/100
Community Score: 4.4/5
Community Reviews: 5
Add My Review

Product #: 626333
Wine Type: Red Wine


 
Price: $14.00
Alcohol: 14%
Drink: 2010-2014
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Bottle size: 750 ml

Winery: Wolf Trap
More Vintages: 2007  2006 

Tasting note:

Vintages Wine Panel: This Rhône-style blend got our attention. Lovely lifted black fruit aromas layered with notes of peppery spice, tar, leather, red licorice, and woodsmoke. Dry, medium bodied, with supple tannins, bright acidity, and a core of spicy fruit. The perfect match for barbecued fare (bring on the back ribs!), but its refreshing acidity and easy-drinking nature also make it a lovely sipper. My note: Spicy dark plums and berries with terrific extraction of flavour, concentration and depth. A smoky, spicy finish that's deeply satisfying for those who love full-bodied wonders.

Reviewed July 10, 2010 by

 

More Reviews

Opinions about wine differ greatly as the experience is subjective. You may find it helpful to compare this critical evaluation of the wine with mine as well as your own:
Martie rated this wine as 94/100 with the following review:

2011
Paula Forbes rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Very yummy with steak. Tammy great chef! Can get at Parkway. $15.49
Glenda rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

Boekenhoutskloof in the Franschhoek Valley wine ward, has been voted as one of the top five wineries in South Africa and owner, Marc Kent the owner, was named Winemaker of the Year in 2007. In my view he can do no wrong.
The Wolf Trap 2009 is a second tier blend which offers amazing value for money.Delicious on it's own, the wine exploded on my palate when I paired it with rare roast beef and mustard.
John Gushue rated this wine as 82/100

 
If you liked this wine, you might also like these:

 
 

Serve this wine between 60-65 degrees Farenheit or 15-18 degrees Celsius.

 

Complementary recipes:



 
 

You get my Free Newsletter with articles and tips just for signing up below. But for $2.10/mth, the cost of an incredibly tiny coffee at Starbucks, your wine drinking pleasure will soar.

World's Best Wine Writer

Natalie who?
Yes, I'm a certified sommelier and was named the World's Best Wine Writer at the World Food Media Awards. Blah, blah, blah. What really matters is that I know which wines can increase your hedonistic happiness... a lot. Don't worry, spam doesn't pair well with wine!

Natalie Maclean

Already one of our thirsty clan? SIGN IN

Want the best wines for your taste and budget?

Try my premium service...

FREE FOR 30 DAYS






Natalie Maclean's Wine Subscription
welcome back!

Already one of our thirsty clan 150,690 strong? Sign in here:

Email:
Password:
  Remember Me
 

Already one of our thirsty clan? SIGN IN
 

You get my Free Newsletter with articles and tips just for signing up below. But for $2.10/mth, the cost of an incredibly tiny coffee at Starbucks, your wine drinking pleasure will soar.

World's Best Wine Writer

Natalie who?
Yes, I'm a certified sommelier and was named the World's Best Wine Writer at the World Food Media Awards. Blah, blah, blah. What really matters is that I know which wines can increase your hedonistic happiness... a lot. Don't worry, spam doesn't pair well with wine!

Natalie Maclean
You just clicked on paid content, but you can try it for one month free right now...

Want the best wines for your taste and budget?

Try my premium service...

FREE FOR 30 DAYS






Natalie Maclean's Wine Subscription
You can get my tips on the best wines & bargains in VA liquor stores ...