Happy Saturday! Today I went on my annual hunting trip to bag a couple of trees to decorate for Christmas, and it was a successful venture (more on that tomorrow). I also had a chance to meet some new friends at a wine bar that opened here in town, which could be an interesting development, but again more on that later. Tonight, I am focused on enjoying a nice bottle of wine that would offer an excellent pairing with my dinner this evening. The 2022 DaMa GSM is a classis blend of Grenache (52%), Syrah (30%) and Mourvèdre (18%) from the Yakima Valley of Washington. So, let's see how this wine is shaping up!
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The wine is a lighter bodied affaire, with bright garnet color in the glass, just as you might expect. The nose presents aromas of strawberry and plum, intermingled with notes of lavender, green grass and basalt. The first sip has a lot going on, a rush of cherry cola with a hint of tartness that will have you second guessing what is happening in you mouth. Midpalate you are treated to some ripe black fruit and undertones of floral notes and earthiness. The tannins are well integrated providing for a wonderfully mellow dry finish, with a reprise of acidity at the end.
Overall, I would rate this wine an 8.5, as it's a very good example of a pleasant drinking GSM that is food friendly. This wine would pair well with a range of dishes, from hearty pasta to crispy skin salmon, braised lamb to prime steaks. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with a classing pairing of risotto with butter poached lobster tail as the subtle fruit and mild acidity pair well with the richness of the dish. Cheers!
