Community Tasting Note

• thesternowl wrote: 90 points

  February 6, 2022 - Maybe the fourth or fifth time I’ve had the 2017 vintage and it’s been lovely each time. In the glass wine appears deep ruby with a nearly translucent core. Medium viscosity with slight staining of the tears. On the nose the wine is intense, redolent with dark cherry, Spanish paprika, red flowers, dried herbs and porchini. On the palate, the wine is dry, with almost chewy, sweet tannin (medium++). Acid is medium+. Confirm dark cherry fruit, bergamot, dusty earth and dried herbs. The finish is long, round and savory. Overall, a fresh and juicy example that stays true to its roots.

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• JJYoyo commented:

  2/10/22, 4:16 PM - Hi Stern Owl - I have some of the 2015. In your opinion, should I be cellaring that for a while?

• thesternowl commented:

  2/11/22, 10:16 AM - The 2015 vintage for this wine was wonderful. While there is enough structure to be enjoyable for several years, there really isn't any need to lay it down.

• JJYoyo commented:

  2/11/22, 10:20 AM - Thanks for the advice!

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