It's a US election year, it was only a matter of time before I did "The Manchurian Candidate."
The Story
Whether we're talking about Richard Condon's (lightly plagiarized) novel, the 1962 film directed by John Frankenheimer, or Jonathan Demme's 2004 remake, "The Manchurian Candidate" is a political thriller that delves into conspiracy, brainwashing, and the fragility of democracy.
The story revolves around Raymond Shaw (Laurence Harvey/Liev Schreiber), a war hero who returns home to the United States. His mother, Eleanor (Angela Lansbury/Meryl Streep), uses her son's medal of honor to advance either his political career or that of her husband, depending on which adaptation you read/watch. Why not advance her own political career? No one knows.
Meanwhile, Shaw's fellow soldiers, including Major Bennett Marco (Frank Sinatra/Denzel Washington), begin to suffer from strange nightmares and they soon suspect Shaw has been brainwashed into a full-blown sleeper assassin.
The Wine
A Chilean Syrah, like Tagua's Syrah, is a bold and intense red wine. It's characterized by deep colors, dark fruits like blackberry and plum, and complex notes of spice, smoke, and earth. This wine is powerful, medium-bodied with a robust structure. The finish is long and satisfying, with leather and chocolate lingering on the palate.
Why They Match
Intensity and Depth: "The Manchurian Candidate" draws its audience into a world of deep psychological tension and political intrigue. Tagua Syrah, with its intense flavors and depth, grips audiences and never lets go.
Dark Themes and Bold Flavors: The story explores dark themes such as mind control, power, and manipulation. This gets reflected in the bold, dark fruit flavors of Tagua Syrah. The wine’s rich, earthy undertones and hints of spice echo the story's atmosphere of unease and underlying danger.
A Lingering Finish: "The Manchurian Candidate" leaves a lasting impact with its commentary on American democracy. Similarly, Tagua Syrah has a long, lingering finish that invites reflection, much like the story itself.
By Eddie Beeby
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