Community Tasting Note

Vintomas wrote:

Saturday, November 19, 2011 - Ridge Vineyards and Monte Bello Masterclass at the Decanter Fine Experience (Landmark Hotel, London): Deep red colour, hints of purple.
Nose with ripe dark berries – blackcurrants and some blackberries – slightly flowery with violets, some mint with hints of eucalyptus, hints of sweetness with vanilla. More similar to the 2008 than to the 2006, with less development than the 2006.
Full bodied, palate with ripe blackcurrants and some blackberries, very noticeable acidity, noticeable tannins, spice, balanced impression.
Young, fresh due to the acidity, will probably require a long time, 93-94+ p?

No signs here of any "dumb phase".

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