Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - Eye: dark, ruby, young
Nose: fresh, vibrant berries, mint, white pepper, laurel, wood smoke, licorice, muscat, bourbon vanilla, caramel
Palate: blackberry, licorice, vanilla, tobacco (?), dark chocolate.
Tannin: present but integrated
Acidity: medium to high
Quality: excellent. ready to drink but I think the wine is a sleeper and will benefit from another 10 years.
5h decanted, 18°-20°, paired with the best lamb racks I ever had by Dave.