checking in on these again after a while - on initial pour seemed a bit disjointed - tart, thin, nose was evident but almost seemed roasted. Gave it an hour in the decanter and it started coming together, after two hours it was very nice - the fruit emerged, nose lost the roasted note, and was more solid. According to CT it should be smack in the middle of the drinking window.
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really enjoyed this wine - deep dark purple, smooth tannins - definitely needs air, was good after two hours and really good the next day - black cherry, slightly acidic, well structured - didn't get much of a nose until day two, when an elegant anise and a touch of earthy/forest floor emerged - wonderful combination.
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11/27/2019 - jhack1961 Likes this wine: 90 Points
No tasting note - remember it being good and needing another 2-3 years at least, likely better in 5.
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1/8/2017 - AngryPrez wrote: 92 Points
checking in on these again after a while - on initial pour seemed a bit disjointed - tart, thin, nose was evident but almost seemed roasted. Gave it an hour in the decanter and it started coming together, after two hours it was very nice - the fruit emerged, nose lost the roasted note, and was more solid. According to CT it should be smack in the middle of the drinking window.
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7/4/2015 - John McCabe wrote: 93 Points
Nice concentration, full-bodied, lovely floral notes, chalky texture. Lovely quality at the price.
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3/17/2014 - AngryPrez Likes this wine: 92 Points
really enjoyed this wine - deep dark purple, smooth tannins - definitely needs air, was good after two hours and really good the next day - black cherry, slightly acidic, well structured - didn't get much of a nose until day two, when an elegant anise and a touch of earthy/forest floor emerged - wonderful combination.
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1/29/2013 - MagnumVi Likes this wine: 92 Points
A beautiful wine with overtones of cherry,pepper and ends with a earthy pop and makes you want to scream thats how a Napa should be constructed.
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11/16/2012 - bawallis wrote:
Once again, a consistently good wine from a great Vineyard!
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