Comments on: Mourvèdre Monday #5: Edward Sellers Cognito 2006

By: Jim/VINEgeek

Jim/VINEgeek — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:45:59 +0000

Thanks, Lisa. I imagine adding Zin helps them sell it to consumers who may not be comfortable seeing Mourvedre and Grenache on the label (though Syrah is certainly mainstream enough these days). I’d love to try more varietal Mourvedre from Paso. You’ve recommended a few to me in the past – Anglim, Denner and Villacana – but I haven’t been able to find them locally yet. I think I can get the Anglim by special-order as one of the retailers here carries a few of their other bottles. I hope to get to try some other Edward Sellers wines in the future and would definitely be interested in hearing about the varietal Mourvedre. Cheers!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:49:13 +0000

Adding Zin to Rhone blends seems to be a trend in Paso right now. Sort of a nod to the grape that got the region on the map. Have had several versions from different wineries and can’t say I’m a huge fan. The Zin never seems to integrate fully, leaving the blends a bit disjointed. While I love Edward Sellers wines, this blend, while enjoyable is not one of my favorites and certainly doesn’t show what Paso Mourvedres are all about. I believe they’ll be releasing their first varietal Mourvedre this Spring. Will let you know how it is.

By: Jim/VINEgeek

Jim/VINEgeek — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:11:31 +0000

Hey Alex – Thanks for the reco on Grant Burge. I’ll add that one to my “hunt-down” list. I’ll certainly let you know when I find a top-notch Paso Mourvedre. And I know I need to get back to you about connecting for a tasting. Day job + life intervenes sometimes, you know? Soon, though.

By: Jim/VINEgeek

Jim/VINEgeek — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:05:25 +0000

Hey Josh – To be fair, this is not a terrible wine, it’s just not put together in a way that appeals to my palate. Some people may like this very fruit forward, soft-textured style, but even so, it’s no bargain.

And I expect to be able to detect the Mourvedre at 45%. So far, I’m not loving Mourvedre + Zin. Cheers.

By: @personalwine

@personalwine — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:01:03 +0000

Hey Jim, nice honest notes. Been wondering about the Rhone Rangers and their quest for some of my favs like CDP syle wines. Recently had one from Australia that was really outstanding for the price. Grant Burge Holy Trinity 03. If you find a Paso Mourvedre thats to die for, tell me!

Hope u are well, Alex

By: @nectarwine

@nectarwine — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:51:19 +0000

Ohhh, ouch. Barely a Mourvedre with only 45% Maybe that Syrah and Zin gave it too much berry! Tough for $30 bones!

Josh

By: Jim/VINEgeek

Jim/VINEgeek — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:19:53 +0000

Thanks for the comment, Jamie. Only two so far, but yeah, I’m hoping for a better showing from CA. They’re out there (Cline’s Mourvèdres are more than decent) and I’ll find them!

By: Jamie

Jamie — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:30:52 +0000

You don’t seem to be loving the Californian Mourvedres… I wonder if there are any really decent ones out there? Personally, I’m a fan of Mourvedres and dont think we see it nearly enough!