2012 Torbreck Grenache Les Amis
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In an adolescent funk (this was stunning upon release), the 2012 Les Amis is in between the flush of youth and coming out on the other side into adult glory. Smoke and vanilla notes accent raspberry fruit, but the aromatics are somewhat dampened compared to other vintages. It's still glorious, with ample weight and richness, and a long, plush finish. This was the only one of the Les Amis I found that showed its alcohol at all, and then only as slight warmth.
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Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Josh Raynolds
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(raised in new French oak barriques ) Brilliant ruby-red. An expansive, exotically perfumed bouquet evokes ripe red fruits, incense, potpourri and Asian spices, and vanilla, cola and mineral flourishes add complexity. Stains the palate with sweet raspberry and boysenberry liqueur flavors that show outstanding clarity and breadth. The floral and spice notes repeat emphatically on the impressively long, gently tannic finish, which leaves smoke, mocha and clove notes behind.
Medium garnet in color with a hint of purple, the 2012 Les Amis (100% Grenache) seduces on the nose with a perfume of kirsch, raspberry coulis, lavender and rose petals plus suggestions of tangerine skins, cloves and Szechuan pepper. The full-bodied, Rubenesque palate does not fail to deliver this wine's signature opulence with tons of red berry preserves and exotic spice flavors supported by very fine tannins, balanced freshness and a long finish. Love it. eRobertParker.com.June, 2015