Well past it's prime. Not terrible. Some fruit remained. Very little tannins. Mild cocoa and vanilla. Not flawed, just really old. Could still taste the characteristic oak. $10 wines are not meant to age for 19 years. But really not bad.
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I have to agree with others in that the Grand Estate wines from this producer are consistently very solid. In our search for a decent bottle of wine for ten bucks, this is definitely near the top. Ripe dark fruits, licorice and nice acidity to keep it lively. At this price point it is better than I would expect.
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5/19/2023 - osodoro Likes this wine: 80 Points
Well past it's prime. Not terrible. Some fruit remained. Very little tannins. Mild cocoa and vanilla. Not flawed, just really old. Could still taste the characteristic oak. $10 wines are not meant to age for 19 years. But really not bad.
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4/22/2011 - NU14 Rick wrote: 89 Points
Slight black cherry aromas in nose, with chocolate, oak and fruit on the palate. Wonderfully smooth with a slightly spiced cocoa finish.
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11/26/2009 - Outplaying wrote:
I have to agree with others in that the Grand Estate wines from this producer are consistently very solid. In our search for a decent bottle of wine for ten bucks, this is definitely near the top. Ripe dark fruits, licorice and nice acidity to keep it lively. At this price point it is better than I would expect.
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10/5/2009 - xtension wrote: 89 Points
I am consistently impressed with this producer, fantastic value and always reliable.
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7/6/2009 - ukfan wrote: 87 Points
At $10 a bottle this is some good stuff. Deep fruit and a decent finish.
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