It's fine, but a little too smoky and a little dull on the fruit. Some nice spices and earthiness, however. Polarizing between those who had it (one liked at ~87, one disliked at ~81). Rounded after opening and severe smoky flavor blew off to become at least drinkable for those who disliked, and pleasurable to those who liked.
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4/9/2020 - Château de Farmer wrote: 85 Points
It's fine, but a little too smoky and a little dull on the fruit. Some nice spices and earthiness, however. Polarizing between those who had it (one liked at ~87, one disliked at ~81). Rounded after opening and severe smoky flavor blew off to become at least drinkable for those who disliked, and pleasurable to those who liked.
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5/11/2013 - N.Bonaparte wrote: 92 Points
75 min decant- see prior reviews.
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3/17/2013 - N.Bonaparte wrote: 92 Points
75 min decant- just a great value. Friends think this is in the $70 range... See prior review.
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3/13/2013 - N.Bonaparte wrote: 92 Points
See my prior review however more silky texture up front.
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12/2/2012 - N.Bonaparte wrote: 92 Points
30 min decant- full bodied- moderate finish- mouth coating aftertaste similar to a clerico Barolo. Good value- no rough edges and zero heat.
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