Tasting - Rubus Proprietary Reserve Red

Name: Rubus Proprietary Reserve Red 2014

Variety: Petit Sirah, Rubired, Tinto Cao, Alicante Gazin

Region: Australia

Country: Australia

Year: 2014

Price: $8.95

Winery Review: Deep, dark ruby color, aromas of blue fruits, confectionery and subtle licorice characters, thick luscious palate with good structure and soft finish. A blend of Durif, also known as Petite Sirah, a grape known for its very aromatic, plummy character. Rubired is a cross between Tinto Cao and Alicante Ganzin, known for being particularly adapted to the hot climate and producing dark wines. And Shiraz, which we all know for being the most recognized grape varietal of Australia, brings some minty, spicy and fruity characteristics to the wines.

My Review: I did not enjoy this wine alone, likely because I think this wine is meant to be paired with food. This wine is very dark in color, and seemed thick when swirled in the glass. The smell was dark and heavy, and seemed like plums and dark cherries. The wine also tasted like plums and dark cherries, but also with spices and herbs. This wine would have been better if it was paired with a heavy, meaty dish.

I tasted this wine without food.