Today's Wine Review
2021 Brandon Gregory Red Blends or Varietals "Illation"
Winery: Brandon Gregory
Vintage: 2021
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Illation"
Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals
Grape blend: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon & 32% Cabernet Franc
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Knights Valley
State or country: CA
Price: $195
Cases produced: 128
KWG Score: 95 (based on 1 review)
Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (95)
Review date: December 23, 2024
Wine Review: This opaque and deep purple colored Cabernet Sauvignon based blend from Brandon Gregory opens with a dark chocolate and black currant bouquet with hints of toasted coconut, graphite, and boysenberry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, and elegant. The flavor profile is a dark chocolate and black currant blend with notes of red plum and clove. We also detected hints of oak, black tea, thyme, and red licorice. The finish is dry, and its flavors and refined dusty tannins build-up and stick around for quite some time. The Tasting Panel would pair this refined Cab blend with a Porterhouse steak. Enjoy - KWGTP
Winemaker Notes: Illation by Brandon Gregory Estate is a Bordeaux blend created by winemaker Julien Fayard from the best barrels of the small lot wines we produce each vintage. The 2021 vintage of Illation is broad and shows beautifully nuanced aromas and flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Purple fruits dominate the nose and palate with subtle hints of dried sage, red cherry, and black tea. The tannins are superbly ripe, and the sweetness, texture, and acidity keep the wine lively, leaving a fruity savory note on an extended finish.
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