White or Red: Red
Grape(s): Cab-Sav
Origin: Paso Robles, CA
Vintage: 2009
Price: $11.98 in the barber shop
Overall:
"The Shark", as he is known in golf circles, is in the wine game. My radar goes off when I see celebs delving off into other interests because they can - with rare exceptions, there are only a few that are legit. Examples like Shula's steak house, Dan Aykroyd's Vodka or Beyonce's perfume are no-gos just based on principle. In contrast, I gave this one a try because I read that 12 of Norman's wines are rated 90 or better by fancy reviewer types; I figured it was worth a try.
Absolutely fruit forward with dark cherry, blackberry and a tad of blueberry, all of those flavors overlay on top of a herbal undertone. What's more is the velvet, soft feel it delivers despite the big flavors. The finish is medium-bodied with a nice touch of dried dark chocolate at the end.
While it is not the best wine on Semi-pro, I can see this wine having its place. Big steaks, BBQ pulled pork, cigars, golf, typical man talk including the over exageration how big the last fish you caught and the like. You get the picture.
As per usual, let it breathe- this one especially. 30 minutes minimum.
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