very nice nose, bit of anise - developed more with time - hint of anise and graphite - juicy, fruit-forward but still a bit tannic - deep, dark ruby red, just beautiful - would like to see how this develops over time, think it has higher point potential. Wait a year before trying the next one.
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Still very tannic upon opening as well as the entire first night. Would have benefitted from a few hour decant but alas, at the in-laws. Has great dark fruit behind this wall of tannins. The second day the tannins mellowed and the fruit exploded through. Needs either a long decant or at least 3-4 years in cellar.
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10/24/2016 - ddmhunter Likes this wine: 92 Points
Took some time to open up, then tannins mellowed and the fruit came through.
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12/12/2012 - AngryPrez wrote: 91 Points
very nice nose, bit of anise - developed more with time - hint of anise and graphite - juicy, fruit-forward but still a bit tannic - deep, dark ruby red, just beautiful - would like to see how this develops over time, think it has higher point potential. Wait a year before trying the next one.
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11/19/2012 - alcw62 wrote: 89 Points
Smokey flavor, not very fruity and dry. Tasted much better day 2 and 3.
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8/31/2012 - meatbomb013 wrote: 92 Points
Needs time. Notes similar to previous tasting
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12/18/2011 - meatbomb013 wrote: 93 Points
Still very tannic upon opening as well as the entire first night. Would have benefitted from a few hour decant but alas, at the in-laws. Has great dark fruit behind this wall of tannins. The second day the tannins mellowed and the fruit exploded through. Needs either a long decant or at least 3-4 years in cellar.
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