This truly is a kitchen sink blend of a wine. But let’s address the name before we get into what is in the bottle: the “Lost Barrel” moniker was attached to this blend years ago when Creekside winemakers actually did ‘find’ a barrel of tippings and sludge in the cellar, when they tasted it the wine inside was an interesting curiosity and they decided to release it. These days they make it on purpose, still with tippings from already made and pressed wines and the ‘Lost Barrel’ moniker has stuck. Winemaker Rob Power strains to remember what has gone into it but for sure it has Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Malbec – “and maybe other”. It then spends 4 and a half years in barrel and they make 4 barrels in total (~100 cases). It’s big and spicy with lots of tannins, the wine can be chewy, for lack of a better term. It’s definitely still a curiosity and one you’ll need to leave in your cellar for another 4 and a half years to allow it to mellow and smooth – the real question here is, will it? Price: $65.00 – Rating: ****