04 April 2015

Fox Creek Wines 2010 James Stanley Malpas

Varieties: Shiraz 78%, Cabernet Sauvignon 16%, Cabernet Franc 6%
Region: Rioja
Vintage: 2010
Closure: Screwcap
Colour: Dark purple
Alcohol: 14.5%
Bouquet: Wet cow, minced cherry and cocktail cherry

Flavour: Soft on the palate, new world fruitiness (according to the nose), a touch of tartness and very mild tannins underlying all
Points: 88 (4+8+11+8+7+50)
Notes: My favourite from the evening although technically it contains a very small amount of Cabernet Franc. Shamelessly New World in style. Excels in this style.

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