Simon J Woolf – Wine Reviews Database

Day: 19 July 2023

Trapan – Revolution 2018

If you like Loire Cab Franc, the slightly animalistic nose of this blend will appeal. The wild child that is Teran speaks clearly here, even though it’s a bit player in the blend. There are dried herb, iodine and dried Read more

Trapan – Luka Luna Merlot 2018

Quite evolved and herbal on the nose, there is a delicious, salty energy to this wine, driven by great acidity and lift. It’s ever so slightly lacking in fruit on the palate though, with more woody, herby notes playing centre Read more

Trapan – Moia Syrah 2017

I like the whimsical faux-French label here! (even if I suspect Bruno might have the INAO on his tail soon). It says “Shishan Appellation d’Istrie controlée” – Šišan being the village from whence this Syrah hails. The nose is ripe Read more

Trapan – The One 2016

There is no mistaking Teran’s feral bark on the nose here – and I mean that in a good way! It’s characterful and intriguing. This is undoubtedly quite developed for a seven year old wine, with the kind of backed Read more