October 20, 2012 – Wine: Boa Ventura Red Mutt blend

When I first tasted this red blend at the winery (Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Zinfandel), I was impressed with its freshness, its Zinfandel characteristics and the extra weight provided by the Petite Sirah.  While aging, this wine has taken on a woody and mineral character that is difficult to describe, though consistent with the other wines produced by this winery.  (I suspect either the barrels or the soil contribute to this.)  I picked up flavors of sour cherry pie, tobacco, mineral, and chalky tannins.  The wine is nicely balanced right now, but could stand another year of bottle age.

2008 Boa Ventura Mutt Red Wine