Popped and poured. Nose is light with strawberry and the tiniest hint of alcohol heat. On the palate I'm getting some nice tannins! CT says this is past its drinking window, but I'm not so sure. I think this may have a little more time in it yet. Solid tannic structure, still drying the mouth on the finish. Fruit is a bit subdued, so probably nearing its peak. Will let sit for a couple hours and report back once its breathed a bit.
After 90 min. being open, getting serious aromas of fig. Flavors of berry and chocolate. Tannins are still very noticable. Impressive, given the $10 price. Nice QPR.
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5/3/2015 - agm114b wrote: 86 Points
Cellared it way too long. Tasted a bit gritty, but was still drinkable though past its prime.
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3/14/2012 - Cb422 Likes this wine: 86 Points
Aged well over time, great chianti. Perfect to drink now.
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2/11/2008 - winegirlpdx wrote: 89 Points
Decanted; ok straight from bottle, but improved after decanting. bit of heat, slightly smokey
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2/8/2008 - RPerro wrote: 88 Points
Popped and poured. Nose is light with strawberry and the tiniest hint of alcohol heat. On the palate I'm getting some nice tannins! CT says this is past its drinking window, but I'm not so sure. I think this may have a little more time in it yet. Solid tannic structure, still drying the mouth on the finish. Fruit is a bit subdued, so probably nearing its peak. Will let sit for a couple hours and report back once its breathed a bit.
After 90 min. being open, getting serious aromas of fig. Flavors of berry and chocolate. Tannins are still very noticable. Impressive, given the $10 price. Nice QPR.
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10/8/2007 - oldtimer5520 wrote: 80 Points
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