Drank with the 2005. At this age really showing intrinsic flaws. Much thinner than the 2005 and lighter weighted. Lack of fruit concentration yields an unbalanced wine with too much acid. Earlier in its life cycle it was a few points higher in terms of rating, but, even at its best, only good not great. All that said, pretty cool to see an $18 bottle last this long and still offer pleasure.
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Outstanding italian pinot noir style wine; deep, balanced, dark fruit; bright on the palate and matures into well rounded flavors in the glass. Pair with meat or salmon. A definite repeat.
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Very good. Oak, cola and cherry on the nose. Over the hour, developed nice caramel, dark berry and mocha flavors. Solid finish with well-integrated tannins. This drank beautifully now, but will develop for 3-4 years I think.
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3/12/2017 - AlphaL wrote: 87 Points
I need to drink my last one if it is still good.
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10/1/2016 - mtnbarry Likes this wine: 85 Points
Drank with the 2005. At this age really showing intrinsic flaws. Much thinner than the 2005 and lighter weighted. Lack of fruit concentration yields an unbalanced wine with too much acid. Earlier in its life cycle it was a few points higher in terms of rating, but, even at its best, only good not great. All that said, pretty cool to see an $18 bottle last this long and still offer pleasure.
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1/26/2010 - acer35 wrote: 94 Points
Outstanding italian pinot noir style wine; deep, balanced, dark fruit; bright on the palate and matures into well rounded flavors in the glass. Pair with meat or salmon. A definite repeat.
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12/24/2009 - burgundybrooks wrote: 88 Points
As always a favorite!
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9/16/2009 - Bradford wrote: 90 Points
Very good. Oak, cola and cherry on the nose. Over the hour, developed nice caramel, dark berry and mocha flavors. Solid finish with well-integrated tannins. This drank beautifully now, but will develop for 3-4 years I think.
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