2013 K Vintners Vintners Charlotte
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(done in puncheons and demi-muids , none new): Moderately saturated medium red. Distinctly Old World aromas of cherry, leather, smoke and tree bark. Supple and slightly musky; more saline than primary-fruity. Finishes with decent length but lacks the energy and grip for a higher score. I'd drink this in the next couple years.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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A new, tiny production cuvee named after Charles’ Daughter, the 2013 Charlotte checks in as a blend of 45% Mourvèdre, 31% Grenache, 12% Syrah, 8% Counoise and the rest Grenache Blanc and Picpoul, which was all harvested at the same time and co-fermented. From two vineyards: Rock Garden and River Rock, they purposely hang a touch more crop on the Syrah to help the ripening even out. One of the more elegant, perfumed and complex releases in the lineup, it gives up perfumed notes of rose petals, kirsch, framboise, olives and dried herbs on the nose. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, seamless and downright silky, with fine, fine tannin and a great finish. This is high class stuff to enjoy anytime over the coming decade.