Tooth & Nail The Possessor (Tolliver Ranch Vineyard)

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Tooth & Nail

Tooth & Nail The Possessor (Tolliver Ranch Vineyard)

Name: Tooth & Nail The Possessor (Tolliver Ranch Vineyard)
Brand: Tooth & Nail
Price: 26.99 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.0

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Tolliver Ranch in Paso Robles, bordered by the Estrella River, boasts unique sandy-gravely soils with decomposed granite, unlike the region's typical profiles. Ideal for big red varietals like Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Cabernet, it enjoys a long growing season. This Cabernet Blend is full-bodied, revealing aromas of red currants, cassis, and red fruit, with hints of Christmas spice, pine, and dried leaves. The layered palate offers ripe blackberry and plum flavors, surprising brightness, and a mouthwatering texture, leading to a firm finish with lingering tannins. The Tooth & Nail label showcases John James Audubon's original artwork depicting Red Tailed Hawks' survival struggle in the early 1830s, fighting "Tooth & Nail" for dominance.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Tooth & Nail The Possessor from Tolliver Ranch Vineyard is an exceptional wine that showcases the true artistry of winemaking.This wine is a blend of carefully selected grapes, resulting in a harmonious and complex flavor profile. On the nose, The Possessor offers enticing aromas of dark berries, such as blackberry and blueberry, accompanied by hints of spice and a touch of oak. These aromas set the stage for what is to come on the palate. Upon tasting, this wine reveals a rich and full-bodied character, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and luxurious mouthfeel. The flavors of ripe black fruits dominate, with notes of black cherry, plum, and blackcurrant taking center stage. There is a subtle undertone of vanilla and baking spices, adding depth and complexity to the overall experience. The Possessor boasts a long and lingering finish, leaving a lasting impression on the palate. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to age gracefully, allowing its flavors to evolve and develop further over time.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Tooth & Nail

Region: Central Coast California

The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

0 Reviews