Initially this was all stems and bad green stuff, but after half an hour, that all disappeared and a subtle dark red fruit note was dominant. Decent finish and mouthfeel, so a good wine all around…just give it some time to open.
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Opened and poured into humongous (Davis Family) Burgundy glasses about 30 to 45 minutes before tasting. Opened up VERY slowly over the course of the next two or three hours. Somewhat reticent nose, even after a couple hours. Dark cherries on the palate and (thank God) no cola notes. Medium weight and somewhat austere. Aside from the cherries, not a whole lot of varietal characteristics. Nice wine and quite elegant. Still fairly tannic.
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5/25/2015 - Edclr Likes this wine: 91 Points
Initially this was all stems and bad green stuff, but after half an hour, that all disappeared and a subtle dark red fruit note was dominant. Decent finish and mouthfeel, so a good wine all around…just give it some time to open.
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2/28/2015 - Night Train Likes this wine: 89 Points
Opened and poured into humongous (Davis Family) Burgundy glasses about 30 to 45 minutes before tasting. Opened up VERY slowly over the course of the next two or three hours. Somewhat reticent nose, even after a couple hours. Dark cherries on the palate and (thank God) no cola notes. Medium weight and somewhat austere. Aside from the cherries, not a whole lot of varietal characteristics. Nice wine and quite elegant. Still fairly tannic.
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1/24/2014 - PinotPaul Likes this wine: 91 Points
Delightful nose of deep cherries. Complex flavors in the mouth. Long finish.
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3/8/2013 - blgros wrote: 92 Points
Great Russian River character, some bright fruit, darker notes, moderate depth. Nice balance, not quite the acidity of cooler regions.
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2/23/2013 - blgros wrote: 94 Points
Lisa loved it. Smooth, good depth, but elegant red fruit.
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