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Friday, June 30, 2023 - 14.1% ABV. Deep ruby appearance. Decanted in glass for 15 min. This is very giving right now and doesn’t really need a decant. Opened way too early for purely academic reasons.

On the nose there’s a bouquet of red cherry, blackberry, cassis, florals, sweet tobacco, graphite, clove, sandalwood, dark chocolate, a sprinkle of sous bois and underlying minerality. Obviously still very primary, fruit-forward and oak-kissed given its age. On the palate, this is dense and explodes of the same notes found on the nose with surgical precision and authority. The finish is seemingly never-ending. Acidity is so vibrant and gives this an ethereal quality. Tannins are very present but sexy and supple at this early stage.

A masterfully crafted wine from Pichon Lalande. 97+ today with upside to 99-100 down the road, but I may not have any bottles left in my cellar by that point…

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