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Monday, December 26, 2022 - Popped and poured over 10 hours, cork had an area where wine had soaked and indeed there was evidence of a leak under the cap. Thankfully the wine was in fine condition as far as I could tell. Initially had a very dense nose that became slightly less intense by the end. Aromas of red cherry, black cherry and cassis dominate, but over time there were other aromas that faded in and out including plum, blackberry, vanilla and a certain herbal/apple peel characteristic. Overall is very fruit forward excepting the vanilla which while noticeable at times was not overpowering. Flavors were the same as the aromas for the most part. This has a very dense and luxurious mouthfeel typical of a Napa cab, upon first opening was not tannic, but tannins did come out and even lent some bitterness at times, towards the end the tannins had faded. This has a very long finish and is surprisingly acidic (though still mild to mildly moderate), considering how fruit forward it is. Overall, it was an excellent wine and is drinking fine now, though I don't think it's going anywhere soon. It was at its best during the first and last hours but was extremely fun to follow as it changed quite a bit while still retaining the cherry core which I associate with Vineyard 29. This is a big and bold wine that also has more complexity than I'm able to describe.

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