When first opened this was heavy and seemed slightly oxidized. However, after breathing for a couple of hours this came on strong and was very enjoyable.
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Tasting Group Dinner - Chateauneuf at Heidi's (Heidi's & Our House, Minneapolis): Quite cheesy and musty upon opening, so much so that we thought the bottle was probably corked. After a few minutes, the funk dissipated, and what was underneath was still lively and structured, though fully mature. Apricots, petrol, sea shells, and apples; the nose reminded me of mature Riesling. Nutty and intense flavors, with quite a bit of dry botrytis on the long finish. Interesting and definitely worth the $20 that Dave found this for on Winebid.
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8/2/2009 - Dave Dalluge wrote:
When first opened this was heavy and seemed slightly oxidized. However, after breathing for a couple of hours this came on strong and was very enjoyable.
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6/11/2009 - Siggy wrote: 89 Points
Tasting Group Dinner - Chateauneuf at Heidi's (Heidi's & Our House, Minneapolis): Quite cheesy and musty upon opening, so much so that we thought the bottle was probably corked. After a few minutes, the funk dissipated, and what was underneath was still lively and structured, though fully mature. Apricots, petrol, sea shells, and apples; the nose reminded me of mature Riesling. Nutty and intense flavors, with quite a bit of dry botrytis on the long finish. Interesting and definitely worth the $20 that Dave found this for on Winebid.
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