Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Jeb Dunnuck
Displaying a more saturated purple/red color, the 2012 Tinata is a flashier wine all around, although it retains a good deal of freshness in its opulence. The nose reveals notes of blackberry liqueur, charred Mediterranean herbs, pine sap, and vanilla bean. The palate is notably more savory although equally as potent as the nose, with a fleshy and full-bodied frame, a sanguine iron richness on the finish.
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James Suckling
Plenty of dried berries, cherries and hints of lemon rind aromas and flavors. Full to medium body, firm tannins and a bright finish. Beautiful Rhone blend as always. Drink or hold.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2012 Tinata is 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache. This wine pushes the boundaries and is almost too much of a good thing. Its hugely rich and extracted style will not appeal to everyone. Dark fruit, pressed blackberry, prune and dried plums characterize the wine's opulent bouquet. Beyond those fruity tones are heavy notes of spice, tar and tobacco. I'd suggest giving this wine another year or two.
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Wine Spectator
A meaty version, with plum, blackberry, leather and licorice aromas and flavors. Hints of black pepper enter the fray, while the aftertaste remains long, showing good grip. Syrah and Grenache.
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