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ProfAvi Likes this wine: 92 points
June 23, 2020 - I recently withdrew one case from storage after buying EP from TWS.
This is the first bottle - Open and poured not decanted although there is some chunky sediment in the bottle.
My initial reaction was positive.
Great deep ruby colour at the core. Long legs.
The nose is full with secondary notes spice, wood - not too much fruit - plums maybe.
On the palate it's rich and full, with soft tannins that are fully resolved. Good long finish that mirrors the nose.
Very nice so far. I'll see how it develops overnight.
2+ hours in it paired very nicely with a sirloin steak with a rocket salad.
On the nose now, compost, wood, smoke.
It's rich on the palate with the tannin and acidity coming through at the end leaving a lovely creamy mouth feel.
A good example of a good wine from a sub-par vintage that drinks very well with food - that the professional tasters never do.
I will drink the rest over the next year or two as I can't see the wine getting better.
It's lovely now.1,919 views