Aroma of berries and a bit of spice with a hint of baker's chocolate. Still quite young I'd say, but starting to come around. The tannins are still fairly noticeable, but the flavors are starting to emerge and smooth out. Flavors persist in the mouth, with the berries dominating. Pleasant oak present throughout. The tannins are mouthcoating and the finish is on the short side of medium. I have almost a half case left and I'll probably wait a few more months before trying it again (without decanting). High hopes for this one.
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Very young. Tannins are still slightly rough on the 2nd day. Fairly standard Cotes du Rhone flavor profile. Decent value. Certainly drinkable, but unremarkable.
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2002 Hogue Cellars Merlot Genesis
11/14/2007 - zuhkov wrote: 88 Points
Aroma of berries and a bit of spice with a hint of baker's chocolate. Still quite young I'd say, but starting to come around. The tannins are still fairly noticeable, but the flavors are starting to emerge and smooth out. Flavors persist in the mouth, with the berries dominating. Pleasant oak present throughout. The tannins are mouthcoating and the finish is on the short side of medium. I have almost a half case left and I'll probably wait a few more months before trying it again (without decanting). High hopes for this one.
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2004 Domaine de L'Ameillaud Côtes du Rhône
9/22/2007 - zuhkov wrote: 85 Points
Very young. Tannins are still slightly rough on the 2nd day. Fairly standard Cotes du Rhone flavor profile. Decent value. Certainly drinkable, but unremarkable.
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2003 Lavradores de Feitoria Douro Três Bagos
9/20/2007 - zuhkov wrote: 87 Points
Good acidity. Delicious red berry flavors, particularly raspberry with hints of spice. Good value, great with food.
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