Drank from a magnum. Bright red ruby in color. Aromas of black cherry, plums, forest floor and hints of incense. Plush and ripe palate reveals good depth to the red-black crushed small fruits, graphite and a long asian spice and truffle inflected finish. This is not going anywhere.., still primary and just beginning to show some hints of secondary nuances.
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Bordeaux like blend but I think it's 2-3 past it's prime. A little musty aroma left over a one hour decant. Finish ok but not what I've had with other Keenan offerings
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It holds promise. Still young and fresh. Super juicy, plush and fruity but there seems to be sme evidence that velvety tannins may emerge in 5 years or so. It will fun to wait and see. No rush here.
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Savory, with glycerin and restrained blackberry fruit; more euro style, but CA heart; reminds me of Peter Michael L'Esprit des Pavots. Decanted two hours and enjoyed over an additional two hours. I don't believe that additional age or decanting will take this higher.
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This is an interesting blend, in the style of a right-bank Bordeaux, that requires at least an hour in the decanter to exhibit its potential. Clear, deep intensity garnet color. Clean nose, with medium to pronounced intensity. Aroma of black current, black cherry, spice, glycerine. Palate is dry, medium body, noticeable acid and tannins. The flavor notes are a bit out of balance, particular prior to a healthy amount of time in the decanter. Ultimately, the fruit comes through, with a bit more tart cherry. Medium length. A good expression of the varietals and style, this would work well with a heavy meat dish, such as short ribs.
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It is hard to know where this wine will go. It seems to exhibit potential, exhibiting notes of tart cherry, dark red fruits, and black currants. It is still very tannic and seems to be in a closed phase; may drink better in a couple of years. Time will tell.
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3/10/2020 - ledwards wrote: 89 Points
This may improve with 5 more years. A touch too much stewed fruit and still hard edged. Let’s see if time smoothes it out.
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10/5/2019 - SommStags wrote:
Nicely evolved but seemed to pick up brett.
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7/7/2018 - devraj Likes this wine: 93 Points
Drank from a magnum. Bright red ruby in color. Aromas of black cherry, plums, forest floor and hints of incense. Plush and ripe palate reveals good depth to the red-black crushed small fruits, graphite and a long asian spice and truffle inflected finish. This is not going anywhere.., still primary and just beginning to show some hints of secondary nuances.
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6/27/2014 - Tonythefish wrote: 88 Points
Bordeaux like blend but I think it's 2-3 past it's prime. A little musty aroma left over a one hour decant. Finish ok but not what I've had with other Keenan offerings
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5/27/2014 - tfesmgk wrote: 89 Points
Agree with the Euro style, bordeau earthiness comments. Still drinking nicely but it has peaked.
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5/13/2013 - ledwards wrote: 91 Points
It holds promise. Still young and fresh. Super juicy, plush and fruity but there seems to be sme evidence that velvety tannins may emerge in 5 years or so. It will fun to wait and see. No rush here.
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3/20/2012 - phantphant wrote: 91 Points
Lovely bordeaux texture and earthiness.
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1/19/2012 - winejnky wrote: 90 Points
Better bottle, more expressive, but still very much a savory and structured Bordeaux blend.
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11/20/2011 - winejnky wrote: 88 Points
Savory, with glycerin and restrained blackberry fruit; more euro style, but CA heart; reminds me of Peter Michael L'Esprit des Pavots. Decanted two hours and enjoyed over an additional two hours. I don't believe that additional age or decanting will take this higher.
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5/25/2011 - James B wrote: 89 Points
This is an interesting blend, in the style of a right-bank Bordeaux, that requires at least an hour in the decanter to exhibit its potential. Clear, deep intensity garnet color. Clean nose, with medium to pronounced intensity. Aroma of black current, black cherry, spice, glycerine. Palate is dry, medium body, noticeable acid and tannins. The flavor notes are a bit out of balance, particular prior to a healthy amount of time in the decanter. Ultimately, the fruit comes through, with a bit more tart cherry. Medium length. A good expression of the varietals and style, this would work well with a heavy meat dish, such as short ribs.
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4/27/2008 - James B wrote: 89 Points
It is hard to know where this wine will go. It seems to exhibit potential, exhibiting notes of tart cherry, dark red fruits, and black currants. It is still very tannic and seems to be in a closed phase; may drink better in a couple of years. Time will tell.
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