skifree
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Joined: 3/14/2010 From: SE King County, Washington Status: offline
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Eduardo, I am not sure it is a hidden gem but it is a often a spectacular wine. I bought a case of 2009 at $170 per en primeur, and it was one of my best purchases ever. I also have 2001, 2005, 2010, 2012, 2014, and 2016 in my cellar. Here are my tasting notes for the 2009, which I pass along as it was a very warm year like 2020. 7/16/2022 - I WROTE: (Edit)95 Points Another excellent bottle, just starting to move into secondary flavors. Came across as very well integrated and smooth, almost sensuous. Decanted before serving. 4 people found this helpful / Comment (6,509 views) Options 12/26/2021 - I WROTE: (Edit)95 Points Opened to enjoy with Christmas prime rib, had a glass left in the decanter for the next day. Brought up from the cellar in the morning, and decanted several hours before the first sip. The quality of the fruit stood out on the first day, agree it was a bit Napa-like in that respect. Tannins well balanced. On the second day, there was more cedar and herb especially on the finish, so think it became true to style. Fantastic again. 2 people found this helpful / Comment (6,473 views) Options 10/7/2018 - I WROTE: (Edit)97 Points This drank beautifully, first from a case bought EP. The elegance stood out from the first sip, with "fruit rouge" and lots of cedar. I was surprised at how delicate this was, with some mineral and tobacco coaxed out the second night. Decanted after opening, and let warm up a bit before the first glass (cellar at 56F right now). 2 people found this helpful / Comment (7,637 views) Have fun picking some great wine for your bday!
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