Community Tasting Note

cassetta wrote:

Tuesday, March 22, 2005 - From a half bottle. Decanted for over two hours. Bright garnet with slight fading on the edge. The exotic nose of tobacco, forest floor, leather and a hint of eucalyptus is really captivating. When first opened the tannins really stood out, now they are smooth, sweet and fully integrated. Full bodied with nice structure. Concentrated flavors of dried cherries and minerals on the palate with long smooth finish that lasts for over 40 seconds. This wine is finally entering maturity and is much more approachable than the last time I had it a year and a half ago (also from ½ bottle). This half bottle appears to have entered maturity and should hold for another 5-8 years. I would think that for 750’s you could add another 3-5 years before maturity.

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