2018 Charles Smith Wines K Vintners Tempranillo El Jefe Stoneridge Vineyard

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Score 93/100 · Drink 2022-2033, Anthony Mueller, Wine Advocate, Oct 2022

Oaky and fruity in the glass, the 2018 El Jefe Tempranillo Stoneridge Vineyard begins with a dark magenta core and firm, rocky essence that presents with a juicy plum aroma and tight floral sensation. Full-bodied and generously layered, the wine is textually pleasing with fine-grained tannins and succulent acidity before ending with a lively and energetic finish that is juicy and firm. The wine rested for 22 months in 47% new French oak. 8,640 bottles made.

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94/100

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94
94/100

Jeb Dunnuck

93
93/100

Anthony Mueller, Wine Advocate

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94 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Score 94/100 · Drink 2021-2031, Jeb Dunnuck, May 2021

The 2018 Tempranillo El Jefe Stoneridge Vineyard is a beauty. Lots of black raspberry and cassis-like fruits as well as ample spice, dried herbs, and new leather nuances define the bouquet, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a polished, elegant mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a great finish. It's another elegant, seamless wine from this team that has loads of character. It should shine for at least a decade.

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Red

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Dry

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