Gladstone 2003 Auld Alliance Red (Wairarapa) - Shelf Talkers - Wine Enthusiast Buying Guide

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84 Points

Gladstone 2003 Auld Alliance Red (Wairarapa)

This blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc boats ample cassis fruit and is soft and supple in the mouth. So what is holding it back? It thins out a bit on the finish, and some weedy and stable-y notes mark the bouquet. If you're turned off by ultraclean wines made with superripe fruit, give this one a spin.

— J.C. Published 7/1/2006
84 Points

Gladstone 2003 Auld Alliance Red (Wairarapa)

This blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc boats ample cassis fruit and is soft and supple in the mouth. So what is holding it back? It thins out a bit on the finish, and some weedy and stable-y notes mark the bouquet. If you're turned off by ultraclean wines made with superripe fruit, give this one a spin.

— J.C. Published 7/1/2006
84 Points

Gladstone 2003 Auld Alliance Red (Wairarapa)

This blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc boats ample cassis fruit and is soft and supple in the mouth. So what is holding it back? It thins out a bit on the finish, and some weedy and stable-y notes mark the bouquet. If you're turned off by ultraclean wines made with superripe fruit, give this one a spin.

— J.C. Published 7/1/2006