Community Tasting Notes 13

• Bill Martin Likes this wine: 88 points

  September 4, 2022 - Well cellared. Cork getting a little soft but came out in one piece with a 2-prong cork pull. Barely detectable brown edge in the the glass. Youthful mostly Merlot nose with one brief whiff of Cab. No tannins remained, which together with all the fruit made it seem very youthful. Still very enjoyable with peppercorn crusted pan seared beef tenderloin filet. I'm looking forward to opening my newer vintages.

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• Snoman Likes this wine: 88 points

  December 19, 2012 - Rich aromas and medium-dark garnet in glass, opens with typical cassis and black currant flavors, sweet oak and soft tannins in a pleasant, medium-bodied style. Light mouthfeel, and a medium finish.

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• dkroc wrote: 91 points

  August 19, 2012 - Awesome. Enough said, was worried that it might of been past it's prime but it paired beautifully with a smoked brisket and German potato salad tonight. Velvety and smooth with firm tannins... I received this bottle as a gift and it was fantastic.

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• snowstrm wrote: 95 points

  January 21, 2012 - Wow! This has become a real beauty. This wine shines from beginning to end, with a full body, but smooth; bright red fruit which explodes mid palate, without becoming too big or dominant; and a looong finish. Complex and smooth. I think this will get even better as the tannins smooth out a little more. Paired perfectly with roasted leg of lamb and stood up as an equal with the 2003 Opus One. Decanted 90 minutes, but definitely improved the longer it sat in the glass.

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• winestine wrote: 89 points

  November 26, 2011 - ready to drink. drank without first decanting. A fair amount of black fruit but lacking the full character of some of the higher end california meritages. Still, a very nice wine.

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Wine Definition

• Vintage 2003
• Type Red
• Producer Alexander Valley Vineyards
• Varietal Red Bordeaux Blend
• Designation Cyrus
• Vineyard n/a
• Country USA
• Region California
• SubRegion Sonoma County
• Appellation Alexander Valley
• UPC Code 085798110322

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• In Cellars 154 (52%)
• Consumed 144 (48%)

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