Holdfast

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2003 Château Lamothe-Cissac
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10/31/2012 - Holdfast wrote: 87 Points
Classic Bordeaux, drinking very well right now. Plenty of green wood/brambles still around, with some interesting aniseed & liquorice too. Sure, the finish is a little short but it's still perfectly pleasant and was well-priced.
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2004 Trapiche Malbec Single Vineyard Viña Carlos Gei Berra
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10/4/2012 - Holdfast wrote: 89 Points
Forgot that I had a couple of bottles of this still knocking around, opened one to accompany some roast lamb. Very good; less fruity than it used to be with more cedar, vanilla (almost caramel/candy) and Chinese five-spice coming through. To be honest, I miss the big bowlful of berries I remember it used to have just a bit - it's not quite rounded/balanced now, making the high alcohol content quite noticeable - but it's still quite enjoyable to drink and holding up well enough. Best with food.
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2007 Viña Valdivieso Chardonnay Single Vineyard Reserva Wild Fermented
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7/21/2012 - Holdfast wrote: 92 Points
Valdivieso Chardonnay is always reliable and delicious. Complex, balanced, good acidity: rich and tropical.
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