Decanted off of just a bit of sediment. Deep red crimson-garnet, with just a touch of orange. It does not look like a 2003 wine. Nice, zin-like nose, with berries leading over bramble and spices. Smooth and rich on the palate, smoothed out by bottle age. Acid levels are soft, flavors combine fruit and spice with some woody and coffee tones, all quite pleasant and full-bodied, but with a bit of heat. It's Old School. The finish is drying, with a dusting of tannins and some cedary flavors. I can't remember how much I paid for this, but it was probably not very much, and it's very good right now. Was it worth waiting almost 10 years? Maybe.
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Black cherry and blackberry fruit aromas with a beautiful balance and a big , sumptuous mouthfeel. Spicy aromas and a nice creamy texture. Great structure, flavor and intensity.
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8/24/2015 - VeniceCalif wrote: 87 Points
Decanted off of just a bit of sediment. Deep red crimson-garnet, with just a touch of orange. It does not look like a 2003 wine. Nice, zin-like nose, with berries leading over bramble and spices. Smooth and rich on the palate, smoothed out by bottle age. Acid levels are soft, flavors combine fruit and spice with some woody and coffee tones, all quite pleasant and full-bodied, but with a bit of heat. It's Old School. The finish is drying, with a dusting of tannins and some cedary flavors. I can't remember how much I paid for this, but it was probably not very much, and it's very good right now. Was it worth waiting almost 10 years? Maybe.
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12/15/2008 - bassmaster wrote:
wow....incredible
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4/13/2006 - wilark wrote:
Black cherry and blackberry fruit aromas with a beautiful balance and a big , sumptuous mouthfeel. Spicy aromas and a nice creamy texture. Great structure, flavor and intensity.
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1/8/2006 - mstrickland wrote: 88 Points
Chocolately rich goodness, well crafted berries.
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