Who wouldn’t want to open up a bottle of something called “Allure” on a Thursday evening in June when there’s a beautiful sunset? Well, that’s what we were thinking…so we did! River Star 2007 Allure, to be exact. It’s a blend – 40% Syrah, 40% Petite Sirah, 20% Zinfandel. A big red with lots of tannins, this did well with some air. First time around it had big berries, earth, leather and licorice, and was definitely in need of some opening up once we tasted it. We came back around after an hour or so and tried it again and it had all softened out…still great aromas of jammy berries, and that earth (good funk smell), black licorice, and spices. Hoot said it was like he opened the spice cabinet and put his head in there. The flavors were great! All the same stuff as before we let it breathe, but smoother and richer.
Video 1 of 2 – Before breathing:
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Video 2 of 2 – After breathing, along with an awesome sunset:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWDD8Vmr-vg[/youtube]
Love the barrel that gives me an idea to buy one and do the same, awesome job Annie. (Gary King LLC winery in Los Alamitos sells them too). Loved the video and for the Frog’s name Matt could FB stand for Facebook? Fat Ba$t@rd (can I say that), Feedback, Funny Bunny, Fat Body, Full Back. Good luck.
Yay, do a barrel and send us some pictures, Beverly!
As for the frog…we’ll keep you hanging for a while! It’s the great frog mystery! (I like Fat Bastard, though)
Love it! Okay, I’ll be hanging for the great mystery frog’s new name.
Yeah, so will I (Annie)
I think his name is Fat Belly. In fact, even if it’s not I will call him that because I like it! Glad he made it safely!
Fat Belly is a good one! hehehe…and fitting!
Awesome read, I’m going to spend more time researching this subject