Bought just one of these in 2013 and been nurturing it ever since. Last night was it’s night to shine. Shine it did. Filtered and decanted for an hour after cork failed to extract intact. A bit tight during the first glass, but with elegant depth, structure, and mouthfeel. Very clean blue and black fruit flavors still remained and seemed well integrated into the cedar, toasted vanilla, and French oak notes. By the second glass, it’s pent up energy had settled down, producing a genuinely enjoyable experience.
The backbone might have sustained another 5-10 years, but the cork would not have. My advice, if you’re holding this, make it your choice the next good opportunity to do so. Cheers!
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2019 Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon Lot C-91
4/9/2024 - Caveman-Rob Likes this wine: 91 Points
Ripe, jammy with the spine to age well. Needs a lot more bottle time to shine to its potential.
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2009 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
3/23/2024 - Caveman-Rob Likes this wine: 96 Points
Bought just one of these in 2013 and been nurturing it ever since. Last night was it’s night to shine. Shine it did. Filtered and decanted for an hour after cork failed to extract intact. A bit tight during the first glass, but with elegant depth, structure, and mouthfeel. Very clean blue and black fruit flavors still remained and seemed well integrated into the cedar, toasted vanilla, and French oak notes. By the second glass, it’s pent up energy had settled down, producing a genuinely enjoyable experience.
The backbone might have sustained another 5-10 years, but the cork would not have. My advice, if you’re holding this, make it your choice the next good opportunity to do so. Cheers!
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2015 Tenuta degli Dei Cavalli Toscana IGT
2/13/2024 - Caveman-Rob Likes this wine: 93 Points
Even better than the first bottle consumed in 11/23. Probably approaching it’s peak.
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