Flam, Classico Red, Judean Hills, Israel, 2016

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Tasted by: Sylvia Wu
(at Israeli wine tasting, London, 24 Jul 2019)
Drinking Window: 2019 - 2024
It's a Bordeaux-ish blend from Judean Hills of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and a smaller portion of Petit Verdot and Syrah. It has been aged in oak for 10 months. Perfumed and vibrant, it features abundant bright raspberry, strawberry and black cherry fruits, with sweet vanilla as the icing. The crisp acidity provides a lifted structure, while a touch of savouriness and bitter herbs on the palate add more complexity and depth. A pleasing yet serious wine.
Producer
Flam
Brand
Classico Red
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Israel
Region
Judean Hills
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Natural Cork
Alcohol
14.00%
Body
Medium
Oak
Oaked