Popped and poured by a friend at a party. A little baked fruit oxidation at first that blew off. What was left were nice notes of red cherry and fig tempered with cedar, spice, cola and mushroom notes that were well woven within the wine. Nice balance and character. It picked up weight and presence on the palate, like air was resuscitating the wine. Fine tannins and medium acid. Showed nicely, but showing its age. Drink now.
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1/8/2021 - Nothung Likes this wine: 92 Points
An oldie but still good. A bit faded, but still has plenty to offer.
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4/11/2015 - MDV wrote: 91 Points
Leaky cork, Bret evident. Still holding ripe cherry fruit and dessert strawberry compote with east asian spice notes.
Now thru 2022
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9/30/2013 - MattMauldin wrote: 90 Points
Popped and poured by a friend at a party. A little baked fruit oxidation at first that blew off. What was left were nice notes of red cherry and fig tempered with cedar, spice, cola and mushroom notes that were well woven within the wine. Nice balance and character. It picked up weight and presence on the palate, like air was resuscitating the wine. Fine tannins and medium acid. Showed nicely, but showing its age. Drink now.
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1/29/2012 - mlawren1 wrote: 91 Points
drinking nicely. Fruit starting to fade but still some nice berries and stone fruit. Long smooth finish.
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2/13/2011 - mlawren1 wrote: 88 Points
Bit of earth on the nose. Fruit is mainly cherries with a hint of stewed. Finish is a bit sharp.
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