Francis Coppola 2009 Shiraz ($9) is 97% Shiraz blended with 3% Viognier* and is aged in both French and American oak. The grapes are sourced from Paso Robles and Lodi (two regions I enjoy wines from). The nose was delightful - berry, tobacco, coffee, a bit earthy and smokey. The flavor was tobacco and earthy with hints of both spice and coffee. Not tannic or acidic. A balanced medium-full bodied wine.Winemaker's Notes: Appearance: Purple red - Aromas: Raspberries, plums, vanilla and violets - Flavors: Boysenberries, cherries, and cinnamon stick. Offers luscious flavors of juicy wild berries, a rich perfume of spices and soft, supple tannins. Well-balanced and extremely food-friendly, our Shiraz is the perfect accompaniment to a fig and prosciutto pizza, pulled pork sandwiches, or spicy mashed sweet potatoes.
*Adding Viognier is a technique that originated in France a long time ago. It elicits delicate floral qualities in the wine.
I opened a bottle of this today, June 2013. Aromas were offensive and flavor was god awful. My only thought was that some how the bottle had been corrupted and it had turned to something beyond vinegar.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about this tasting experience. Everyone's palate is different but something so vinegary has to have gone bad. I hope you returned it. Nothing worse than wanting to enjoy a nice glass of wine and it being far from enjoyable.
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