I introduced you to Kori Wines back in September here: https://decantingmonterey.com/kori-wines-its-a-family-affair/. When I stopped in for that tasting last August, I was hoping to taste the soon-to-be-released 2019 Syrah by winemaker Sabrine Rodems. It didn’t arrive in time.
I was able to go back to visit in February, where we were warmly welcomed in the tasting room and we left with several bottles tucked under our arms.
Today I am presenting just this one Kori wines. The winery notes and prices come from their website.
2019 Kori Syrah, KW Ranch Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, 14%, $42 (#650*)
Winery notes: “Juicy Bramble Fruit. Black Pepper. Cigar Box.” 170 cases produced.
Wine Enthusiast – 93 points: “Pleasantly funky aromas of nori, toasted sesame seed, asphalt and black plum make for a compelling nose on this bottling. That funky streak extends through the sip, where tar, teriyaki and pepper flavors meet with a furikake seasoning, all atop roasted dark fruit.” Matt Kettmann, May 2022
My Review: Dark ruby in the glass. Berries on the nose. Smooth on the palate with notes of berry jam and chocolate. February 2022
You can buy KORi wines online or at their tasting room in Carmel-by-the-Sea “Monday-Thursday 1-6 (TUES CLOSED), Friday Noon-6, Saturday Noon-7, Sunday Noon-6. Reservations not required. Mission St between Ocean & 7th Avenue, Court of the Fountains, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921”
*Refers to wines tasted while Sheltering in Place on Sharon’s personal Facebook group “Sharon’s Central Coast (Monterey) Wine Blog” – including non-Central Coast wines.
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