Community Tasting Note
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Paul S wrote: 92 points
November 27, 2021 - Grange Vertical with Peter Gago (Goodwood Park Hotel, Singapore): Good but not great - this bottle was not in the best of shapes. Clearly the oldest, most developed of the flight - this had a savoury, earthy meatiness underlying notes of cassis, plums and earth, tossed together with some green herb and spice and a hint of eucalyptus that spoke to the high 13% Cabernet in the blend. A compelling bouquet. The palate was quite singular - a wine of real character, with a rasp of slightly powdery tannins and still fresh acidity wrapped around a softly charming mouthful of plums and blueberries, seasoned with notes of spice and eucalyptus, all this just traced by a bit of alcohol heat. I liked the nose rather more than the palate though. There was a lovely quiet authority and elegance to the wine, but something was missing on the midpalate. Perhaps it travelled badly, or it was not so good a bottle. A nice Grange at this age, but not quite mind blowing.
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Goldstone commented:
7/5/22, 3:04 AM - Paul - as a big Grange fan, I loved this and all your Tasting Story notes. Personally, I would never drink a Grange younger than 1986 at this time but I can imagine it is difficult when the opportunity presents itself! In general, I agree with your Grange vs HOG comments....I tend to categorise the older comparable vintages as 'masculine' (Grange) and 'feminine (HOG). Over time, my appreciation has grown towards the 'feminine'...but both are a real treat if you get the chance to enjoy the '80s or '70s vintages. Cheers, Mike from Hong Kong
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Paul S commented:
7/5/22, 3:52 AM - Thanks Mike - great, insightful comment!