I agree with the 2004-2009 drinking window, but this wine seems to be holding it's own tonight. A little thin on the nose and pallet, but the subtle fruit and sweet tannin on the finish make up for it. It's been open (not decanted) about 3 hours and still quite enjoyable. I would give this wine a solid 90 just for keeping it together 3-4 years past it's prime.
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This seemed to be a little disappointing - milk chocolate and chery - very nice but lacks a little substance - lost some of its vibrancy - will revist in a day.
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The nose was dominated by blackberry with a little spice; the palate was evenly textured with fading tannins and no big fruit or excess sugars. It's probably a good iidea to drink up if you are holding.
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blended with some merlot from the same vineyard. since this wine wasn't for sale, i don't know the price, but i found it fun to drink. obviously, the winemaker has a good touch with the vineyard specific wines. like the merlot, this offering is overshadowed by...
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7/26/2013 - Kbernd Likes this wine: 90 Points
I agree with the 2004-2009 drinking window, but this wine seems to be holding it's own tonight. A little thin on the nose and pallet, but the subtle fruit and sweet tannin on the finish make up for it. It's been open (not decanted) about 3 hours and still quite enjoyable. I would give this wine a solid 90 just for keeping it together 3-4 years past it's prime.
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8/9/2009 - Combo wrote: 88 Points
Enjoyed with grilled bison fillet mignon. Should have decanted - still a bit tight.
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5/3/2009 - thebonnydooner wrote: 88 Points
This seemed to be a little disappointing - milk chocolate and chery - very nice but lacks a little substance - lost some of its vibrancy - will revist in a day.
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11/20/2008 - grapemaven wrote: 89 Points
The nose was dominated by blackberry with a little spice; the palate was evenly textured with fading tannins and no big fruit or excess sugars. It's probably a good iidea to drink up if you are holding.
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2/14/2004 - jeff nowak wrote:
blended with some merlot from the same vineyard. since this wine wasn't for sale, i don't know the price, but i found it fun to drink. obviously, the winemaker has a good touch with the vineyard specific wines. like the merlot, this offering is overshadowed by...
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