Stratus Red 2016, Niagara On The Lake | Niagara Lakeshore
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Critic Reviews (5)
About a quarter each of cabernet franc and merlot, with splashes of cabernet sauvignon, malbec, tannat and petit...
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The kitchen sink blend gets a whole lotta love for it’s unctuousness and succulence. Everyone has come to the party....
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Average final score from judges at the 2019 National Wine Awards of Canada. Tasted blind in the County, June 2019.
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Generous on the nose with notes of blackcurrant and black cherry fruit. Tannins firm, but elegant with a...
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An interesting, complex nose with mint, sage, plum pudding and blackberry notes. The palate has lots of intensity and...
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Community Reviews (1)
Always a blend, the 2016 Stratus Red consists of 25% Cabernet Franc, 23% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 10% Malbec, 7% Tannat, and 5% Petit Verdot. It has a rich, medium-high intensity nose of dark berry/cherry, blackberry, and oak spice aromas. It's full-bodied and ripe on the palate with nice replays, plus some vanilla accents. Firm tannins are a touch chalky and will reward ageing, while mouthwatering acids keep things juicy. The long finish has vanilla, spice, and dark berry notes. Best enjoyed after 2-3 years in the cellar. Tasted Nov/2019.
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