Drinking perfectly now. Rich black cherry and blackberry with vanilla, plums, chocolate, and a little bit of earthiness that smooths out as it open and the tannins loosen a little. Pairs beautifully with red meats and hard cheeses. Consider pairing with a tender cut of beef or lamb served over a creamy polenta with Parmesan cheese.
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I have tried this vintage in 2003, 2010, 2013, 2017 (and I have two more bottles left). It has aged beautifully. When it was younger it was a little gripping but it seems to keep mellowing with every passing year. Beautiful dried red fruits, hint of baking spices, and now after 17 years, a delicious earthy finish. Velvet mouth-feel. Medium acid.
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2010 Blackbird Vineyards Arise
12/25/2020 - LilyIsRight Likes this wine: 92 Points
Drinking perfectly now. Rich black cherry and blackberry with vanilla, plums, chocolate, and a little bit of earthiness that smooths out as it open and the tannins loosen a little. Pairs beautifully with red meats and hard cheeses. Consider pairing with a tender cut of beef or lamb served over a creamy polenta with Parmesan cheese.
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2000 Château Laniote
4/27/2017 - LilyIsRight Likes this wine: 92 Points
I have tried this vintage in 2003, 2010, 2013, 2017 (and I have two more bottles left). It has aged beautifully. When it was younger it was a little gripping but it seems to keep mellowing with every passing year. Beautiful dried red fruits, hint of baking spices, and now after 17 years, a delicious earthy finish. Velvet mouth-feel. Medium acid.
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2013 Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Antinori) Bolgheri Il Bruciato
6/26/2016 - LilyIsRight Likes this wine: 90 Points
Smooth tannins with dried cherries, anise and vanilla. Loved this wine. Took a risk pairing it with a mole sauce and it was excellent.
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