Community Tasting Note
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Thebigbaby Likes this wine: 91 points
April 3, 2016 - Discovered this wine with the 1997 vintage and have not been disappointed with any bottle/vintage. Classic Rombauer with spicy oak, tropical flavors and a smooth creamy finish. yum!
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vintage1949 commented:
5/24/16, 8:36 PM - Greetings-A lot of times this wine does not get good scores and I don't understand it. It may be the way it is served. I take the bottle out of the refrigerator, pour a small glass for breathing room and let the bottle sit for 30 minutes. Wow does it blossom. Your thoughts?
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Thebigbaby commented:
5/26/16, 11:54 AM - I agree that your technique is ideal. Unfortunately, most people just pop and pour and it never gets the chance to "blossom" and get to the proper temperature, too. If its too cold, you cant taste it!
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vintage1949 commented:
5/26/16, 12:44 PM - Right-what a waste. And I hate it when restaurants serve it ice cold. Then they wonder why I pour myself a small serving and cup the glass. :)