Silver Horse 2011 The Big Easy Red (Paso Robles)

Country: US / The Big Easy
Variety: Red Blend California
Winery: Silver Horse / Paso Robles

This unusual, but successful, combination of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Cabernet Sauvignon is a great example of modern Paso blending. Each grape variety fills in the deficiencies of the others, resulting in a harmonious whole. It has the tannic weight of Cabernet, with complex cherry, mocha, cola and spice flavors that drink well now. There’s some burn in the finish that detracts.