As you would expect, layers of copious black fruit, overlaying earth and tar notes, with sharp spices (it was quite a spicy wine). Rich, full-bodied, somewhat oaky, although on the second night the oak had faded a bit into the fruit (but never disappeared), yet enough acid to keep it vibrant. Dazzling in its way. This was my only bottle, so I don't know anything about development, but it drank like a baby at age 12.
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7/16/2023 - davudvl Likes this wine: 94 Points
Great bottle. Drank for my bday at Casalena with family. Short 30 min decant. Smooth and very well integrated wine with some spice.
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11/12/2022 - Mr T wrote:
This was great and well balanced
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9/30/2021 - ChrisR Likes this wine:
As you would expect, layers of copious black fruit, overlaying earth and tar notes, with sharp spices (it was quite a spicy wine). Rich, full-bodied, somewhat oaky, although on the second night the oak had faded a bit into the fruit (but never disappeared), yet enough acid to keep it vibrant. Dazzling in its way. This was my only bottle, so I don't know anything about development, but it drank like a baby at age 12.
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8/9/2021 - ogres3 Likes this wine: 94 Points
I think it's still drinking well. Great fruit, complex, integrated, super finish. Big thumbs up from the missus.
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2/12/2021 - MLwine Likes this wine: 93 Points
Plenty of fruit and energy. Classic Saxum in a really nice spot.
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