Community Tasting Note
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Sky King wrote: 92 points
April 14, 2010 - 92 points with upside! I agree with others here on CT, this will be another outstanding vintage of Monte Bello with time. I sampled a half bottle and was pleased with what I found...typically dark, aromatically spicy, complex and intriguing although I can see the "banana peel" reference and it's there although my experience is that this component which comes from the barrel treatment will withdraw over time. In The Mouth, the first impression is succrosity...this baby is lick smacking good with terrific young mid-palate breadth and complexity. The tannins are noticeable in the mid-palate well into the finish. I am glad to have several more laying down in the cellar. Another excellent effort that we have come to expect from Mr. Draper and company.
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