Community Tasting Note
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rexmerlot wrote: 92 points
March 9, 2018 - Nice, but not sure about price
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5 Comments
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darrenv commented:
3/10/18, 6:16 PM - There's 2012 here in Victoria for $249, pre-tax and that now is becoming a decent price. However, you're right, I am not jumping all over it! I'd love to try it though.
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Tranquility Base commented:
3/11/18, 5:30 PM - I've got some, but figured it won't be time even think about drinking one for a few years. Perhaps it's way too soon to drink as they will improve (that is, realize their value) with age? I admit I've never had a Monte Bello; I bought on reputation alone. Are they that much better than a $40 bottle? Who knows.
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darrenv commented:
3/11/18, 9:09 PM - Tranquility I believe you're correct. It's not a pop-n-pour. Even the Geyserville I sit on for several years.
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markydecker commented:
3/13/18, 5:52 PM - Never open a Monte Bello less than 10 years old.
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rexmerlot commented:
3/15/18, 8:22 AM - That's good to know. I drank this from a 375ml bottle so was hoping it may drink sooner. But I think you are right. From what I have read the reviews have been better farther out.