Community Tasting Note

aagrawal wrote:

Friday, September 17, 2021 - Significant fine sediment in last 3oz despite standing up for months. Medium ruby with age-appropriate bricking for nebbiolo; aromatic, red and black cherry, slight spice and floral; palate is light-medium bodied, medium-plus acidity, medium alcohol (14%), red cherry, medium-plus tannins; finish is medium length. At least when initially opened, this is a balanced wine with all the pieces in place, perhaps a bit of a darker styled Barolo with slightly more mouthfeel though not at all heavy and not showing any extra alcohol. Seems consistent with the style of Monforte (quite high end), at early maturity. One of the better 2005s I've had. 90-91.
4 hours decanted: Aromatics more prominent with a clear spice component, excellent black and red cherry throughout; still smooth and elegant but the tannins show a bit more especially towards the finish; medium length finish. Improving, lovely balance, and will age for at least another 5-10 years. 91
7 hours after opening: unchanged from 4 hours. Balance is very good, complexity is good but not spectacular. Excellent value at $65 (bought at auction).
Day 2: tannins still a force in this wine but overall well balanced and still with good fruit. Early maturity is probably right, not likely to develop substantial additional complexity. 91

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