2022 Tablas Creek "Esprit de Tablas" Adelaida District Red Rhône Blend
96JS
95RP
94DC
94VN
$69.95
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James Suckling
Reviewed August 2024A complex and inviting nose of bramble berries, coffee beans, tobacco leaves and violets. The palate is full-bodied but fresh, with silky smooth tannins and bright acidity, showing notes of wild blackberries, dark chocolate and orange rind. Wonderfully balanced and giving. Made from a blend of 40% mourvedre, 28% grenache, 22% syrah, 4% vaccarese, 3% counoise and 3% cinsault. Drink or hold.
Professional Reviews
95
Wine Advocate
The 2022 Esprit de Tablas is 40% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache, 22% Syrah, 4% Vaccarese, 3% Counoise and 3% Cinsaut. The energetic nose displays classic aromas of decadent dark fruits, new leather, fresh herbs and bright spices within a refined, graceful package. The palate strikes a delicious balance between sumptuous, ample concentration and palpable precision, remaining tight and focused without ever approaching austerity. The finish is impressively long and multidimensional, with a beautiful balance of tight, fine tannins and very bright, clean, energetic acidity. This feels gently guided and meticulously crafted rather than polished and uniform, and I am eager to follow its development. (ML)
94
Decanter
An unbelievably savoury Rhône blend that leads with Mourvèdre—aromas of gravel dust, smoky violets and a savoury, chicory root spice alongside wild green strawberries. The palate is elegant, with plenty of finesse and freshness. Salty tones of blood orange and brine mixed with a mouthful of dried, wild herbs, dried lavender and a mix of green and red peppercorns. The finish is lasting and upright; this is a delicious wine with brilliance and undeniable ageability. (CP)
94
Vinous
The 2022 Esprit de Tablas has mellowed in an enticing way, delivering a perfumed bouquet of roses, geraniums, wet slate and dried black cherries. Cooling acidity and inner violet florals impart a graceful character as a wave of tart wild berry and blackberry fruits slowly saturates. This enshrouds the palate in fine-grained tannins and wild blueberries as it finishes with excellent length and a gentle inner sweetness. The 2022 is a darling with both upfront appeal and cellar potential. (EG)
Details
| Origin | Paso Robles, California, United States |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Rhone Blends |
| Alcohol Content | 13.5% |
| SKU | 1843562 |