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Clos du Soleil 'Celestiale', Okanagan Valley BC
90 Points

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Region: British Columbia Similkameen Valley DVA
Vintage: 2013
Price:
BC Private Wine Stores: $25.0 + price will vary
Winery: $25.0

BC CSPC: BC CSPC Code -235671
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WineScores' Review

Brooding, toasted, balance.
Clos du Soleil's Celestiale red is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec.
It delivers a brooding nose of rich chocolate, espresso, wild black berries, toasted spice and dried herbs. The colour is starting to turn slightly to brick, it is a leaner style than I remember of previous vintages. The fruit is somewhat tangy with tart red plums and red currents with tobacco. Good overall balance and persistence but aging quickly - drink now.
Pair: Hearty pasta dishes, aged cheeses, grilled meats and roasted root vegetables.


 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Cheese - Hard/Aged, Good First Impressions, Cellar Keepers


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Wine Scores reviewed - 2015-10-30 16:28:38.0

 

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