Reviews & Ratings

2012 Gundlach Bundschu Red Blends or Varietals "Mountain Cuvee"

Winery: Gundlach Bundschu

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Mountain Cuvee"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Petit Verdot & Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $20

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 87.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: July 12, 2016

Wine Review: This ruby red colored California blend has an inviting nose of black cherry, blackberry, tobacco, leather and black pepper. It's a medium plus bodied wine. I also found it to be savory and soft in the mouth. Its flavors consist of dark plum, mocha, currant and spice. Its nice lingering tannins during the finish made me reach for a second glass. It has enough structure to stand up to grilled steak tips, but is easy going enough to drinking alone. – Mark P

Winemaker Notes: Mountain Cuvee is a modern American blend that pays homage to the classic red clarets made famous by the vignerons of southwest France. A serious yet easy-drinking red blend, loaded with lush black plum, blackberry, and creamy cocoa flavors, with accents of smoke and black tea. Juicy, creamy and round mouthfeel with soft tannins supporting generous fruit. The long finish is full of dense berries and mocha flavors. A rich, fruit-forward wine intended to be enjoyed within five years of vintage.

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