Still dark. Rich, smoky nose. Super ripe black and purple fruits and a smattering of spices. Truly amazing this wine is this good after 12 years. What a value! Full-bodied and silky smooth on the palate, the tannin is perfectly resolved and there is a little bit of sweet-n-sour type acidity. 88
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Very interesting bottle. Extremely unique at this stage. Not sure if I am a fan.
The noise consists of salt, brine(seriously), and graphite(pencil shavings) There is some olive in the noise as well. The flavor is a bit earthy and muddy with fruit in the background. Conc. is decent and tannins are still strong, very dry. Color : Purple. This wine can be aged longer.
Had with Peppered beef and tomatoes.
Did not expect this after reading CT notes. Score : 85-87
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8/10/2016 - WineGuyX Likes this wine: 88 Points
Still dark. Rich, smoky nose. Super ripe black and purple fruits and a smattering of spices. Truly amazing this wine is this good after 12 years. What a value! Full-bodied and silky smooth on the palate, the tannin is perfectly resolved and there is a little bit of sweet-n-sour type acidity. 88
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6/12/2011 - Wayne82 wrote:
Very interesting bottle. Extremely unique at this stage. Not sure if I am a fan.
The noise consists of salt, brine(seriously), and graphite(pencil shavings) There is some olive in the noise as well. The flavor is a bit earthy and muddy with fruit in the background. Conc. is decent and tannins are still strong, very dry. Color : Purple. This wine can be aged longer.
Had with Peppered beef and tomatoes.
Did not expect this after reading CT notes.
Score : 85-87
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8/30/2010 - SonomaWilliam wrote: 90 Points
Drinking wonderfully and shows why Syrah should be laid down. Nice nose, red, black fruit, blackberry in mouth; lingering pleasant finish.
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4/20/2009 - shakedown wrote: 89 Points
Solid Syrah. Really nice brambly fruit with a spicy finish. Better than expected.
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11/17/2008 - MeMyself&I wrote: 88 Points
Very nice fruit, full bodied quite flavorful. Would buy again.
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