Encompass Wine

Not much nose to speak of. Hints of black fruits and a little must and earth after pulling the cork an hour before tasting. The flavors pick up spice, currant, and bell pepper. The finish is medium length with mount coating tannins at the end. A nice Mount Veeder Cab for the money.

Dark purple color is consistent all the way to the rim. The aromas are of blackberry, cherry and mineral. The flavors are black currant and tart red fruits with an earthiness that last into the short finish. It’s a medium body red wine that’s good for a summer mid-week drinker. Overall a good value at $10 but not great. This wine is the Spanish version of Grenache.

The nose gives off plumb, vanilla and tobacco. Nice mouth feel with a nice mix of currant, Casi’s, and mocha latte. The finish is long and full of cedar. The tannins are fine grained and well proportioned. Overall the wine is to the elegant side of the “New World” style. A “good” value at $50.00 for premium Napa Cabernet.