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Alpha Estate Red [SMX] 2020 750ml

size
750ml
country
Greece
region
Macedonia
WA
90
Additional vintages
2021 2020 2018
WA
90
Rated 90 by Wine Advocate
The 2020 Estate S.M.X. is the typical blend of 60% Syrah and 20% each of Merlot and Xinomavro (the S.M.X. grapes), all aged for 18 months in new French barriques. It comes in at 14.9% alcohol. Big and ripe, this still manages to maintain its balance. The tannins are relatively ripe as well, making this very drinkable now. As always, though, the key feature here is the enticing flavor medley from the blend. The Merlot and Xinomavro cut the Syrah and add different nuances typical of those grapes. The whole is complex, a little earthy and deliciously fruity too. This year's version in fact leans more to a big and fruity style. This seems very accessible, and I'm not quite convinced it is a great S.M.X., but it is still a very good one with at least some chance to improve. You'd be well advised to come back in a couple of years, when it may have acquired a little more distinction, but you can dive in now. It certainly tastes great. We'll see if it has any upside potential in time. There, I have some doubts. ... More details
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Alpha Estate Red [SMX] 2020 750ml

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