If you’re a regular reader you may recall my review of McManis Petite Sirah a couple months ago. I was so thrilled with it that I had to try another varietal from them and I wasn’t disappointed.
Since I already gave a little background on McManis in my previous post, I’ll keep this post brief and won’t repeat the details. If you’re really interested, check out the McManic Family Vineyard website.
It showed herbal features on the nose, made up of tea leaf and eucalyptus. It was a bit dusty and very jammy on both the nose and palate. The palate is almost a fruit bomb with dark berries galore. Particularly it has strong blackberry and currant flavors. Critics may say that it has too much fruit for a Cabernet Sauvignon, but I though it was reasonable. The finish is silky, although a bit short.
All told I gave it an 89 and would recommend it at $9.99.
Wine: McManis Family Vineyards
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2006
Alcohol: 13.5%
Rating: 89
Price Paid: $9.99