Rating 90
Style Red
Blend , Counoise, Tempranillo, Grenache
Vintage 2020
Appellation
Texas
USA
ABV 14.2%
Price $48.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2023-03-28

Perfect For

Cold Weather Hibernation, Steak Dinner, Winning Over the Boss

Drink If You Like

Malbec, Mourvèdre , Syrah / Shiraz

C.L. BUTAUD Cease & Desist Red Blend 2020 Review

Randy and Brooke Hester began their ten-year plan in Napa learning all things wine. Being native Texans, they headed to the Lone Star State to make their dream a reality. Today, they produce a wide range of wines that continue to impress. This wine has gone through a few iterations, with this blend incorporating Cinsault, Grenache, Tempranillo, and Counoise. The result is a powerful red blend with a soft approach. The nose is involved and heady with some port-like aromas balanced by dark berry fruit. The palate is concentrated to its core, only to be disturbed by excellent natural acidity, bringing a welcome soft touch.

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C.L. BUTAUD Cease & Desist Red Blend 2020
Randy and Brooke Hester began their ten-year plan in Napa learning all things wine. Being native Texans, they headed to the Lone Star State to make their dream a reality. Today, they produce a wide range of wines that continue to impress. This wine has gone through a few iterations, with this blend incorporating Cinsault, Grenache, Tempranillo, and Counoise. The result is a powerful red blend with a soft approach. The nose is involved and heady with some port-like aromas balanced by dark berry fruit. The palate is concentrated to its core, only to be disturbed by excellent natural acidity, bringing a welcome soft touch.

Reviewed On: 03-28-2023
90
POINTS
C.L. BUTAUD Cease & Desist Red Blend 2020
Randy and Brooke Hester began their ten-year plan in Napa learning all things wine. Being native Texans, they headed to the Lone Star State to make their dream a reality. Today, they produce a wide range of wines that continue to impress. This wine has gone through a few iterations, with this blend incorporating Cinsault, Grenache, Tempranillo, and Counoise. The result is a powerful red blend with a soft approach. The nose is involved and heady with some port-like aromas balanced by dark berry fruit. The palate is concentrated to its core, only to be disturbed by excellent natural acidity, bringing a welcome soft touch.

Reviewed On: 03-28-2023