91
High in extract, with scents of mocha, roasted plum and meat, this rich blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and franc wraps around your nose like a blanket. But for all its intensity, the wine has tremendous drive on the palate, its flavors bright and energetic, guided and lengthened by firm, fine-grained tannins. For a lean cut of beef, slow roasted.
91 Points
It displays an enticing bouquet of balsam wood, spice box, pencil lead, black currant and blackberry. Medium bodied on the palette, it is a ripe, dense, savory, plush effort
92
The flavors though tight and reserved, are substantial and lightly earthy, and the tannins sculpted and refined. Well defined and polished, the tight, tart fruit is enhanced with hints of mushroom and earth, leading into a pleasing toasty finish.
93 Points
Thick and dense on the palate, with gobs of flavor, this full bodied effort demands 6-8 years of cellaring and should drink well through 2040.
90 points
”...opens out into a beautifully balanced, elegant palate of sweet cherry, cranberry and pomegranate.”
outstanding!
“The DuBrul is a massive wine to savor with the best cut of beef or venison.”
As inky as black coffee when first poured, it has the richness of chocolate cake with a vivid red berry core that gives the wine its energy. For short ribs braised in red wine.
