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2023 St. Amant Red Blends or Varietals "Spencer Ranch"

Winery: St. Amant

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Spencer Ranch"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 100% Touriga Nacional

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Amador County

State or country: CA

Price: $26

Cases produced: 147

KWG Score: 92.7 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92.5)

Review date: May 18, 2026

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Touriga Nacional from St. Amant opens with a violet and black plum bouquet with hints of mint, pecan, molasses, and nutmeg. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is round, bright, and lively. The flavor profile is a mild black currant and caraway seed blend with notes of gentle walnut and sage. We also detected hints of faint rum, black plum, and stone dust. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and fine dusty tannins are nicely extended. We would pair this Touriga Nacional with a grilled hanger steak with a rum butter sauce. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: My dad fell in love with Portuguese ports in the 1970's and planted Touriga Nacional at our Amador County ranch in 1980. The vines have thrived, producing exotic table wines with distinctive floral notes, fresh berries, spice, and great complexity. The 2023 vintage features blackberry, violets, and spice. It is drinking well now but should age for at least 10 years.

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