Wines
of the Week: Coquelicot Estates - Santa Barbara County
By FBWorld Team
This
week's wines come to us from Coquelicot Estates in
Santa Barbara County. The name Coquelicot is French for the
striking red poppy flower that graces all the labels of their
wines. The winery has produced some fantastic Syrahs and Bordeaux-style
blends, which have been among our tasting panel's favorites
and are well worth the trip to taste.
Here's
what our panel had to say about a few of their current releases.
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Coquelicot
2010 Sangiovese
Winery:
Coquelicot Estates
Grape(s): 100% Sangiovese
Region: Santa Barbara County
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 35-40
Review:
Aromas of cherries and strawberries mingle with notes
cola and herbs on the nose. A sip unfurls flavors of cherry
and cranberry accented by suggestions of white pepper
and baking spices. Smooth and bright with a welcoming
acidity and soft tannins, Cali-Itali fans will enjoy this
bottle.
Rating: 89 |
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Coquelicot
2010 Sauvignon Blanc
Winery:
Coquelicot Estates
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Santa Barbara County
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 25-30
Review:
A bouquet of citrus fruit and herbs greets the senses.
The palate delivers flavors of lemon-custard, key lime
and white peach along with hints of fresh minerals. A
lush Sauvignon Blanc with a slightly creamy mouthfeel,
fans of easy-going whites will enjoy this bottle.
Rating: 89 |
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Coquelicot
2011 Riesling
Winery:
Coquelicot Estates
Grape(s): 100% Riesling
Region: Santa Barbara County
Year: 2011
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 25-30
Review:
Aromatics of apricot and white peach meld with floral
and mineral notes on the nose. Flavors of dried apricot,
peach, and nectarine flow into hints of fresh minerals
and perfume. A fairly dry, floral Riesling, fans of of
more European style will of the variety will enjoy this
wine.
Rating: 89 |
By
Jason Barlow
96
— 100 |
Spectacular |
92
— 95 |
Outstanding |
89
— 91 |
Great |
85
— 88 |
Good |
81
— 84 |
Solid |
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