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Phantom Creek Estates 'Red', Okanagan Valley, BC
94 Points

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Region: British Columbia Oliver
Vintage: 2016
Price:
Winery: $60.0 +price will vary

BC CSPC: BC CSPC Code -164406
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WineScores' Review

Profound, intensity, rich.
Oliver's Phantom Creek 2016 Edition Estate Red blends Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Cabernet Franc (17%), Syrah (4%), Petit Verdot (4%) and Malbec (2%). Select barrels were chosen for the blend; it was matured for 18 month in French oak. Opaque garnet in colour its warm rich nose is described by black cherry, cassis, wet cedar, licorice root and fleur de sel atop charred eggplant, molasses, chocolate and balsamic notes. The palate has notable intensity--it's profound and laden with slick purple and black fruits underscored by cocoa. The balance and structure is memorable and it has a fresh and lengthy salted licorice flavoured finish.


 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Barbeque, Good First Impressions, Cellar Keepers


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Wine Scores reviewed - 2021-08-10 00:22:25.0

 

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