Reviews & Ratings

2015 Ramey Red Blends or Varietals "Claret"

Winery: Ramey

Vintage: 2015

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Claret"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 6% Syrah, 4% Malbec & 4% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $42

Cases produced: 3,880

KWG Score: 88.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: January 13, 2018

Wine Review: This dark red colored Cab based blend from Ramey opens with a pomegranate and strawberry licorice bouquet with hints of red plum and sage. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic, fruit forward and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a ripe red plum with notes of pomegranate and mild minerality. We also detected a hint of Chinese five spice. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins linger nicely. This wine would pair nicely with juicy and thick Kobe sliders. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: This soft, easy-drinking Cabernet is a good introduction to the vintage, and while it will improve over the course of three to eight years, it is not a wine intended for long-term cellaring.

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