February 5, 2022 - Wow what a surprise - big bold spicy, peppery, ala a Aussie Shiraz. The profile of this was more so, obtuse, bold fruits, than a Bordeaux Merlot varietal profile of more reserved softer fruits as used in blends to soften the more tannin and structured Cabernet. At fifteen years, this was showing nicely and seemed to be still within its prime drinking window, showing no signs of diminution from age whatsoever.
Bright ruby colored, medium full bodied, vibrant expressive red and black berry fruits accented by bold spice with notes of pepper, cedar, and hints of cassis and bitter dark mocha with a full round tannin bright acid laced finish.
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January 21, 2016 - Still going strong. Needed some air to mellow it. Fruit, smooth but short finish.
January 24, 2014 - Yikes... So over the top. Way too alcoholic. Fun to serve blind, but way too much. I doubt that Mollydooker will ever take my fancy.
November 6, 2012 - - Garnet color - Needed to decant as it was a bit harsh early on.
July 11, 2012 - Pepper, spice and delicious fruit ... Go on decant for an hour and enjoy with seared tuna.
March 29, 2012 - I agree with the chocolate theme, also some heat and get the syrupy comments. The missus liked it. Me too.
February 11, 2012 - Still totally black and dense. Tannins are huge but soft, the fruit is a little muddled, but chocolate covered dried blueberries with a cup of doffee is pretty close. The finish is a little bitter.
January 15, 2012 - Big jammy flavor coupled with leathery, earthy tones. Drinking great right now but probably best to drink this year.
June 9, 2011 - Big fruity, jammy wine. It went extremely well with a spicy Turkish meal. As long as you are selective as to what meal, it needs a meal, to drink this with you will love it.
May 6, 2011 - Opened up nicely after about 20 minutes. Very nice body, had nice rich mouthy flavor. Would recommend at it's price.