winemaker's notes:
Number 58 on the Wine.com 100 of 2007!
"One of my favorite Marquis Philips cuvees is the 2005 Sarah’s Blend, a concoction of 60% Shiraz, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc fermented in wood and aged in both new and one-year-old French and American oak. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by aromas of flowers, spice box, blueberries, black currants, and smoky oak. Opulent, voluptuous, and full-bodied, with low acidity and sweet tannin, this is a blockbuster red that sells for a song. If you like fruit, flavor, and character, this is a big-time winner to drink over the next 3-4 years."
-Wine Advocate
Wow, fruit forward with complexity to boot. I believe this wine is really excellent!!! One of the best I have had regaurdless of price!
Marquis Philips has done it again! Great wine for the price. Wonderful full deep taste with a very friendly soft finish. It is a really fun wine and a fabulous buy.
I have been looking for a red that I truly LOVE and this is it for me. The complexity in this wine is perfection. The fruit essence is wonderful but not too sweet. I highly recommend you try this wine if you like a red with a smooth finish. This is absolutely delightful and check out the price. I'll be back to order more of this one.