I really didn't know what to expect from this bottle, the label had some water damage, thanks to some dripping from the cooling unit. I brought it to an impromptu dinner at an Indian restaurant. At first it was closed, although you could smell the light red fruits on the nose. Once it was in the glass for about 15 minutes, it opened up very nicely. It held up very well to the spicy chicken dish I ordered, as well as the Tandoori vegetables. Medium+ finish. Sweet fruit, it would have drunk very well on its own as well. I always seem to like this vineyard PN from Martinelli.
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Decanted for 25 minutes with slight sediment. Bright medium violet in color. The medium bodied palate showed a bit of a dark profile with dark red fruit, black tea and earth, and just a touch of the RRV cola. The acidity was a bit more than needed to balance. Enjoyable now, but unclear how long it can hold.
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Nose of lavender, incense, pot pourri. Long on the palate with the right amount of intensity. Improves with air and even better on day 2. A lot of life left.
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9/4/2023 - SMHalps Likes this wine: 94 Points
I really didn't know what to expect from this bottle, the label had some water damage, thanks to some dripping from the cooling unit. I brought it to an impromptu dinner at an Indian restaurant. At first it was closed, although you could smell the light red fruits on the nose. Once it was in the glass for about 15 minutes, it opened up very nicely. It held up very well to the spicy chicken dish I ordered, as well as the Tandoori vegetables. Medium+ finish. Sweet fruit, it would have drunk very well on its own as well. I always seem to like this vineyard PN from Martinelli.
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11/5/2022 - VlgJeff wrote: 90 Points
Decanted for 25 minutes with slight sediment. Bright medium violet in color. The medium bodied palate showed a bit of a dark profile with dark red fruit, black tea and earth, and just a touch of the RRV cola. The acidity was a bit more than needed to balance. Enjoyable now, but unclear how long it can hold.
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11/25/2021 - bambam wrote: 92 Points
Fruit driven, lighter style. Enjoyed
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5/29/2021 - Jerseyjudge Likes this wine: 94 Points
Nose of lavender, incense, pot pourri. Long on the palate with the right amount of intensity. Improves with air and even better on day 2. A lot of life left.
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12/26/2020 - tfesmgk Likes this wine: 92 Points
Light in color but in flavor. Drinking great.
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