Cork was in perfect condition. Upon opening a hint of age aromas, and also with the first few sips. With >30 mins of air exposure these elements dissipated and the fruit components same to life. Well balanced for such an old Chianti. Paired exceptionally well with stuffed cabbage seasoned with cumin, coriander and paprika.
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Despite its age, this wine still had good balance, body, fruit foundation. the cork was in perfect condition which explains why the bottle did not have the color tint or flavor of age/oxidation. A nice surprise!
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Delicious. Still has a LOT of fruit. Presents as a “young” wine. Plenty of tannin and acid. This wine has many years to go before “end of life”. The drinking range dates should be updated.
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2001 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Oro
2/10/2024 - joswald94123 Likes this wine: 87 Points
Cork was in perfect condition. Upon opening a hint of age aromas, and also with the first few sips. With >30 mins of air exposure these elements dissipated and the fruit components same to life. Well balanced for such an old Chianti. Paired exceptionally well with stuffed cabbage seasoned with cumin, coriander and paprika.
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2005 Château de Saint Cosme Gigondas
11/3/2023 - joswald94123 Likes this wine: 89 Points
Despite its age, this wine still had good balance, body, fruit foundation. the cork was in perfect condition which explains why the bottle did not have the color tint or flavor of age/oxidation. A nice surprise!
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2005 Domaine René Leclerc Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux St. Jacques
2/22/2023 - joswald94123 wrote:
Delicious. Still has a LOT of fruit. Presents as a “young” wine. Plenty of tannin and acid. This wine has many years to go before “end of life”. The drinking range dates should be updated.
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