Open for 3 hours before pouring into a decanter for 30 minutes before drinking, which seemed fine. It improved a bit with air. The aromas were surprisingly modest and offered some vanilla and eucalyptus. In the mouth, it seemed more like a Rhone structure. The flavors were purple fruited and modestly juicy. As the taste progressed though, it somewhat distractingly hollowed out which I presume was a lack of tannic structure. Still fairly acidic, so this should be good at least another 5 years. Horrible QPR at USD equivalent of $116; bought July 2016.
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I am primarily a cabernet drinker. However, I was lucky enough to share a bottle with friends during our local church book club. This wine is dark, intense, complex and sophisticated. Lot's of fruit flavors that I was surprised I was tasting. I highly recommend it if you can ever find one.
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10/28/2017 - wine247365 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Open for 3 hours before pouring into a decanter for 30 minutes before drinking, which seemed fine. It improved a bit with air. The aromas were surprisingly modest and offered some vanilla and eucalyptus. In the mouth, it seemed more like a Rhone structure. The flavors were purple fruited and modestly juicy. As the taste progressed though, it somewhat distractingly hollowed out which I presume was a lack of tannic structure. Still fairly acidic, so this should be good at least another 5 years. Horrible QPR at USD equivalent of $116; bought July 2016.
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8/23/2014 - JohnOnWine wrote: 98 Points
Dense, concentrated flavor. One of the best.
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4/8/2011 - JohnOnWine wrote: 96 Points
I am primarily a cabernet drinker. However, I was lucky enough to share a bottle with friends during our local church book club. This wine is dark, intense, complex and sophisticated. Lot's of fruit flavors that I was surprised I was tasting. I highly recommend it if you can ever find one.
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