Popped and left open for about an hour before dinner. Nose: Hints of vanilla and leather, maybe a whiff of fresh tobacco as well. Smooth and lush on the nose though. Nothing harsh or out of place tonight. Pallet: The pallet affirms the lush and smooth sense I got from the smell. Starts off very soft and full and moves into a more tannic gripping finish that lingers for some time.
This wine complemented a Cuban braised beef dish perfectly tonight. Would buy again.
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Cookie Decorating and wine (My house): ummmm.. not worth the $. Smelled a bit stinky, (a sour funk) and honestly couldn't compete with the $10 Ercavio on the table. Pass.
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4/10/2010 - QuidnuncWS wrote: 88 Points
Very good bargain. hiker_guy described it perfectly.
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12/5/2009 - hiker_guy wrote:
Popped and left open for about an hour before dinner.
Nose:
Hints of vanilla and leather, maybe a whiff of fresh tobacco as well. Smooth and lush on the nose though. Nothing harsh or out of place tonight.
Pallet:
The pallet affirms the lush and smooth sense I got from the smell. Starts off very soft and full and moves into a more tannic gripping finish that lingers for some time.
This wine complemented a Cuban braised beef dish perfectly tonight.
Would buy again.
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2/3/2009 - tarheel17 wrote: 84 Points
Cookie Decorating and wine (My house): ummmm.. not worth the $. Smelled a bit stinky, (a sour funk) and honestly couldn't compete with the $10 Ercavio on the table. Pass.
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1/26/2009 - hiker_guy wrote:
Really a great wine for Mexican food.
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10/29/2008 - VinLancaster wrote: 86 Points
Spicy black fruit with cigar box, cedar and beautiful floral notes on the palate and nose. Substantial QPR.
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