Community Tasting Note

vanpe003 wrote:

Monday, October 6, 2008 - It would be difficult to have more than one glass of this, but I really like the one I had! Not for everyone, but an outstanding QPR if you like the style. Nothing subtle about it. Sweet rich raisin on the nose, with undercurrents of peat, wood and the highlight for me.....sweet decaying leaves on a damp fall morning walk. What a drink for the current season in the North country! More of the same on the palate, dominated by the "raisin" component, along with some caramel. Mouthcoating, smooth and rich with a super long finish. Quite sweet. Fans of balanced Sauternes may not appreciate this, as it's full throttle, no acidity, etc. Reminds me quite a bit of the Yalumba Museum Tawny in terms of overall attack and impression. While the Yalumba is a great QPR at $18 or so, this is ridiculous at a little more than half that price. If this were just a tad less sweet, I'd score it a couple of points higher.

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