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2021 Robert Foley Red Blends or Varietals "The Griffin"

Winery: Robert Foley

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "The Griffin"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 52% Syrah & 48% Merlot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: California

State or country: CA

Price: $48

Cases produced: 482

KWG Score: 93.5 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93.5)

Review date: June 11, 2026

Wine Review: This hazy garnet colored red blend from Bob Foley opens with a red currant ,blueberry, and violets bouquet with hints of and red cherry and cola. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is well-balanced, smooth, rich, and dense. The flavor profile is tasty blackberry and stone dust blend with notes of spice and light marionberry. We also detected hints of oak and tobacco. The finish is dry and its flavors and very well-managed refined tannins are nicely sustained. We would pair this versatile and food friendly red blend with filet mignon. Enjoy - Ken and Mark

Winemaker Notes: Deep in color, pleasant aromas of cherry and spice, berries and flowers introduce this blended red table wine. The medium-full body explodes on the palate with balanced acidity and mouth-coating tannin. Super-long in the finish, this is a versatile delicious food wine.

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