Popped and poured, this had a deep, strongly perfumed nose reminiscent of good Bordeaux. Not decanting this was a mistake; the wine was completely constricted by tenacious tannins that never loosened their grip after an hour in the glass. I know from prior experience that there was a brilliant, nuanced palate hiding in there somewhere, but I didn't allow it enough breathing room. Not rating this one, though that shouldn't be a reflection on the quality of the wine so much as my own lack of foresight.
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10/28/2019 - BBBH Does not like this wine: 87 Points
May have left this one too long, but disappointed by the last of these bottles, overly extracted
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5/16/2018 - acheng wrote: 90 Points
Fantastic nose of cedar and spice but somewhat missing the fruit in the mouth. Did improve after further aeration.
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8/1/2014 - NineteenEightyTwo Likes this wine:
Popped and poured, this had a deep, strongly perfumed nose reminiscent of good Bordeaux. Not decanting this was a mistake; the wine was completely constricted by tenacious tannins that never loosened their grip after an hour in the glass. I know from prior experience that there was a brilliant, nuanced palate hiding in there somewhere, but I didn't allow it enough breathing room. Not rating this one, though that shouldn't be a reflection on the quality of the wine so much as my own lack of foresight.
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12/26/2011 - lkatz wrote: 91 Points
quite nice, lighter bordeaux style
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10/1/2010 - jwsobeck wrote:
great bouquet, silky, bordeaux-like with a bit more brightness. really nice.
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7/14/2010 - jwells wrote: 93 Points
Superb. Drinking very nice now. Great texture and balance.
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10/17/2009 - BBBH wrote: 89 Points
Deep cherry flavors, powerful
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9/21/2008 - fredmartens wrote: 91 Points
Very good to excellent. Drinking perfectly right now. 90% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
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