I had this bottle open for some 5+ hours and it very much resembled my last bottle. It was quite a solid showing and, after 3+ hours of air, was pushing the 94 point barrier.
A lovely bottle that will last at this level for at least 5 years.
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From a perfect looking bottle, this wine had a red center and orange rims. The medium+ intensity nose emanated sauteed cherries, roasted meat, and some soil. It was quite attractive.
In the mouth, this wine was attractive at first and maybe ranked in the 90-91 point range. After 3 hours of air it developed an extra boost of fruit that upped its score. It was ripe with rounded tannin, some complexity, and decent length.
This wine had a Burgundy mouthfeel but the flavors were clearly not Burgundy. It was attractive and in the middle of its drinking zone. It should stay at this level for at least 5+ years. Enjoy!
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12/19/2021 - nzinkgraf wrote:
Celery seed in a cast iron pan. Super polished palate, with black olive and fine pepper. Drinking very nicely.
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11/26/2021 - fclarity wrote: 94 Points
Just slightly more advanced than some of the other bottles I have had.
It was totally seamless with light tannin and classic Cote Rotie flavors. After 5 hours of air is just tipped into 94 point territory.
This was certainly 100% ready. Impressive and consistent.
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10/17/2021 - fclarity wrote:
Another lovely bottle. Top end 93
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9/13/2021 - fclarity wrote: 93 Points
I had this bottle open for some 5+ hours and it very much resembled my last bottle. It was quite a solid showing and, after 3+ hours of air, was pushing the 94 point barrier.
A lovely bottle that will last at this level for at least 5 years.
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11/1/2020 - fclarity wrote: 93 Points
From a perfect looking bottle, this wine had a red center and orange rims. The medium+ intensity nose emanated sauteed cherries, roasted meat, and some soil. It was quite attractive.
In the mouth, this wine was attractive at first and maybe ranked in the 90-91 point range. After 3 hours of air it developed an extra boost of fruit that upped its score. It was ripe with rounded tannin, some complexity, and decent length.
This wine had a Burgundy mouthfeel but the flavors were clearly not Burgundy. It was attractive and in the middle of its drinking zone. It should stay at this level for at least 5+ years. Enjoy!
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