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Friday, November 21, 2014 - Upon opening and decanting this wine, the nose started off cedary and bretty, but I did not sip for a solid hour. By then, a very classic Pauillac nose of cedar pencil and graphite became strongly evident. Fruits, in the form of blackberry and creme de cassis were only hinted at. Later, an hour and a half from opening, the fruit opened up, but the body remained wood dominated and very savory. A strong acidity made the 13% alcohol seem surprisingly strong, and quite a backbone of tannins, while not excessive, made for a long, mouth-watering finish.

All in all, a very representative, old world Pauillac. Classic almost to a fault. I did not feel the fruit was stewed or jammy, but I am not sure if the fruit is coming or going at this time.

Day two: out of curiosity, I saved about a glass (just placed the bottle, corked, on the counter). No changes in complexity, nose or flavor - but the fruit was stronger and the oak and tannins softer. Overall, the wine held up fabulously. Based upon these observations, I would hold on to any other bottles for at least 2 to 5 more years!

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