Dark, not quite opaque garnet, a bit of muddy browning; all classic mourvedre on the nose, dried herbs, fall leaves, roasted mushroom, hint of baking spice, earth and a little creosote; the palate has some weight and density, is flavorful, with plum, dark cherry, hints of anise, more dried herbs, good acidity, silky tannins. Very nice wine, but somehow leaves me wanting a little more interest and vibrance. I’d say this is in the early part of its peak window, which should last a decade or more.
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Pretty nose with dark fruit, black cherries, leather, and violets. The palate has a good amount of tannins with more black cherry notes and blackberries. Nice acidity that keeps it lifted and good finish. Very good wine, big but elegant.
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Really nice example of mourvedre, drinking at peak right now, but with plenty of life ahead. Pleasant flavors of blueberries and mulberries, surprisingly fresh still. Tannins are still moderately heavy, but have calmed down with over 15 years of age. Medium acidity. Ending has an intersting mix of bitter flavors including cocoa and grape seeds. Complex and interesting wine.
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5/9/2023 - alanr wrote: 92 Points
Dark, not quite opaque garnet, a bit of muddy browning; all classic mourvedre on the nose, dried herbs, fall leaves, roasted mushroom, hint of baking spice, earth and a little creosote; the palate has some weight and density, is flavorful, with plum, dark cherry, hints of anise, more dried herbs, good acidity, silky tannins. Very nice wine, but somehow leaves me wanting a little more interest and vibrance. I’d say this is in the early part of its peak window, which should last a decade or more.
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5/8/2023 - glou.sf Likes this wine: 94 Points
Pretty nose with dark fruit, black cherries, leather, and violets. The palate has a good amount of tannins with more black cherry notes and blackberries. Nice acidity that keeps it lifted and good finish. Very good wine, big but elegant.
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3/2/2023 - leebockus Likes this wine: 94 Points
Really nice example of mourvedre, drinking at peak right now, but with plenty of life ahead. Pleasant flavors of blueberries and mulberries, surprisingly fresh still. Tannins are still moderately heavy, but have calmed down with over 15 years of age. Medium acidity. Ending has an intersting mix of bitter flavors including cocoa and grape seeds. Complex and interesting wine.
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1/14/2023 - TheFoodieTraveler wrote: 93 Points
Needed an hour+ to open, but still not overly balanced.Nice black fruits but tannins not fully resolved
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5/13/2022 - TheFoodieTraveler wrote: 94 Points
Fully mature, in the zone
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