1/29/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Similar to prior observations.

1/29/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted four (4) hours. Similar observations from prior experience. Offers aromas of white peach, apricot, butterscotch, and crushed stone. Sumptuous presence on the palate presenting flavors of ripe stone fruits, baking spice and roasted nuts. Active acidity contributes necessary lift leading to rewardingly long saline finish. Plenty of verve left here and should drink well for at least another 3-5 years.

1/29/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Last of six (6) Decanted for two (2) hours. Similar observations from prior experience. Double decanted as tartic buildup was significant. Offers expressive aromas of ripe lemon, dairy, sweet spice & honeysuckle. Lavish presence on the palate delivering flavors of ripe citrus with background notes of sweet spice and dairy. Energetic acidity provides necessary balance and lift leading to long lip-smacking finish. Delicious! Still displays ample energy to drink well for several years ahead.

1/29/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted four (4) hours. Still requires a long decant but this is starting to reveal itself with some coaxing. Offers aromas of black/red cherry, cassis, black plum and baking spice with undertones of dark chocolate, leather and underbrush. Generous presence on the palate delivering combination of red/black fruit flavors on a dusty earthen foundation. Solidly structured with noticeable grip that requires significant patience to fully uncoil. Provides dry mouth-puckering finish. Reticence suggests the drinking window on this has just begun. I’m just not sure how long the fruit will hold up. Drink over next 3-5 years.

1/30/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

P-n-P. Offers muted aromas of red apple, apricot, honeysuckle, and acacia. Supple on the palate delivering flavors of ripe orchard fruit with background of chalky minerality that is lifted with bracing acidity. Nice evenly distributed finish. Paired beautifully with w/Coconut Curried Shrimp.

1/1/2024 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted two (2) hours. Rich gold in color w/slight haze. Threw some sediment. Displays aromas of white pear, red apple, lemon curd, mango, orange blossom and baking spice. Lovely texture on the palate as luscious fruit is joined with lively acidity and distinct minerality. Rewards with long lip-smacking finish. Delicious now but will undoubtedly drink well through the decade and beyond.

12/27/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Two (2) years since last visited. Was anticipating a change, just not the one encountered. Similar aroma/flavor profile...black cherry, leather, cocoa powder, bouquet garni, forest floor, cedar. Just not enough acidity to provide necessary lift. Came off rather tired and flabby on the palate with truncated finish. One left...so will see if this is a one-off experience.

12/25/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Similar to prior notes. Squarely in its drinking window and drinking beautifully right now.

12/25/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted three (3) hours. XMAS day paired w/Beef Wellington. Five (5) years removed since last visit. Displays combination of red & black fruit aromas, cherry, raspberry, cranberry, currant, and plum paired with poultry herbs and Asian spice. On the palate arrangement of red fruit flavors are joined with secondary notes of hoisin, earth and, crushed sea shells. Tannins are fine grained and softly textured retaining significant grip. Lively acidity provides measured balance leading to long even finish. Just entering its drinking window. Drinking well now and should be enjoyed for many years ahead.

11/23/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted for three (3) days. Rich amber color. Displays aromas of ripe red apple, salted caramel, accented with spiced notes of clove, ginger, and vanilla. Ethereal presence on the palate reminiscent of light pancake syrup. Dazzling acidity provides focused lift and energy that sustains long rewarding finish. A monumental effort. Beautiful now and will drink well for decades.

11/23/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted two (2) hours. My first Park Ave. Loads of white and yellow fruit aromas. Pear, Golden Apple, Lemon, Mango, combined with honeycomb and warm spice accents. Softly textured on the palate, luscious fruit joined with bright energetic acidity set up on a solid mineral base. Rewards with long lip-smacking finish. Reticent at four (4) years unveiling slowly as it warms. Undoubtedly will only get better with additional cellar time. If you can keep your hands off…revisit in three (3) years.

11/21/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Ten (10) years removed since last visit. Decanted four (4) hours. Displays aromas of raspberry, red cherry, red plum, rose petal & soy. Well composed with surprising lift at this stage. A combination of red fruit flavors are joined with notes of game and savory. Provides ethereal presence on the palate, that winds effortlessly to evenly distributed finish. Was not sure what to expect @ the fifteen (15) year mark for this wine but it showed plenty of verve at present and may likely drink well for another decade. Very enjoyable.

11/20/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted two (2) hours. Displays intense aromas of apple, pear, lemon meringue, roasted nuts & warm brioche. Wonderful texture. An array of ripe orchard and citrus fruit flavors are united with notes of honeysuckle and marzipan placed upon mineral base. Well balanced, viscosity is leveled with active acidity that leads to long even finish. Just entering its drinking window and should reward well through the decade and beyond.

11/17/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

"HeyThat'sLife" summed it up very well. Nice dry Riesling. Presents aromas of red apple, pear & almond blossom. Linear and precise on the palate; orchard fruit is joined with robust laser like acidity on granite foundation. Provides clean evenly distributed finish.

11/11/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted one (1) hour. Took some coaxing. Displays aromas of white peach, pear, melon, lemon curd, dairy & honeysuckle. Angular on opening which I would attribute to truncated decant and serving temperature. Gained a head of steam with air and as temperature rose. Beautifully textured. Layers of orchard fruit flavors are joined harmoniously with honeyed accents set upon a mineral foundation. Elevated viscosity with active acidity delivers balanced presence on the palate leading to a long mouthcoating finish. Excellent effort that should drink well through the decade.

10/26/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Almost a P-n-P…maybe a ½ hour decant. Just really could not resist even though the five (5) year mark really seems to be the entry point for these wines. Do not have much to say….just a stunning wine. Generous citrus & stone fruit, vanilla, spice with coiled verve & tension that unwinds into long mouthwatering finish. A pleasure wave to ride as it warms to room temperature. Just astounding. Wow!

10/26/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted three (3) hours. Deep garnet in color. Reluctant at first but with extended decant exhibited aromas of lavender, red/black cherry, strawberry, garrigue, smoke & black pepper. Generous on the palate; abundant fruit is lifted with vibrant acidity that leads to long evenly distributed finish. Beautifully structured with significant depth. Can be had now with adequate decant but this will undoubtably drink well for a decade and beyond. Lovely.

10/26/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Four (4) years since last visit. Decanted for three (3) hours and benefited greatly from it. Threw off significant sediment. Inviting nose of violet, blackberry, black cherry, bouquet garni, roast meat, smoke, and tobacco. Warm fleshy presence on the palate abundant flavors of black/blue fruits are joined with meaty/herbal elements. Displays incredible depth that winds to long mouth-coating finish. Beautiful. Would not wait any longer. This is squarely in its drinking window.

10/26/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Six (6) years since last visit and slumber has certainly been of benefit. Quite astringent then as tannins still required further integration. Slight perception of heat but ample fruit provides adequate cover to pull this off. Displays aromas of blueberry, blackberry, black currant, liquorice, pencil shavings, leather, and earth. Luscious, enveloping presence on the palate that gives way to evenly distributed spicy finish. Not fully resolved yet but getting there. My guess is this may have 3-5 years of peak performance left before tapering off. Drink now.

10/26/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted for three (3) hours. Deep ruby with intense aromas of violet, red/black cherry, blueberry, blackberry, with earthy undertones of leather, cigar, coffee, mocha, smoke, and vanilla. Densely packed with incredible depth. Saturates the palate with luscious fruit flavors accented with tertiary elements leading to long rewarding finish. A lengthy decant is recommended but this is squarely in its drinking window. Gorgeous effort.

9/23/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted three (3) hours. Presents aromas of black currant, blackberry, plum, liquorice, cedar & violet. Densely packed with luscious presence on the palate. Gives way to long generous finish. Serious structure belies a rewarding future ahead. Re-visit in 3-5 years.

9/30/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Deep garnet color. Takes an hour or two to unwind revealing aromas of blackberry, plum, bouquet garni, cinnamon and vanilla. Full bodied and surprisingly deft, palate is saturated with black fruit flavors combined with savory elements and spiced notes. Solid structure. Tannins are fine grained with significant grip that gives way to long evenly distributed finish. Lovely now but should drink well for at least a decade.

9/17/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Presents aromas of red apple, honeysuckle, and white flower. Ripe orchard fruit is countered with background minerality and lively acidity. Nimble on the palate giving way to evenly distributed mouth quenching finish. Lovely porch sipper. Paired beautifully with pork schnitzel & spaetzle.

9/16/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Ruby color w/bricking rim. Decanted three (3) hours throwing modest amount of sediment. Tannins are soft and nearing full integration. Presents lovely aroma of red cherry & rose petal with tertiary notes of balsamic, road tar and leather. Softly textured and agile on the palate moving effortlessly to a long even gripping finish. In a perfect spot. Paired beautifully with braised lamb shanks and roast vegetables. Drink now.

9/8/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Light amber, exhibiting warm aromas of pear, peach, melon, honeysuckle, green apple, and lime zest. Lovely texture, ripe fruit is joined with active acidity providing nimble presence that moves effortlessly along the palate. Mouth-coating with slightly elevated viscosity that rewards with long lingering saline finish. Drinking well now but should do so through the decade at the very least.

9/6/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Medium gold color. Presents pronounced aromas of white peach, melon, lemon curd, pineapple, warm brioche & honeysuckle. Full bodied and richly textured; ripe fruit is joined with butterscotch and caramel accents set upon a limestone underpinning. Elegantly structured with notable viscosity; lively acidity delivers balanced presence on the palate leading to a long lip-smacking finish. A beautiful effort that should drink well for many years to come.

9/5/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Similar to prior experience. Evolving beautifully. Expressive fruit buoyed by bright lively acidity. Long saline finish. Paired wonderfully with braised pork chops & sauerkraut.

7/8/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Two (2) hour decant. Deep purple in color; offering ripe aromas of red/black cherry, strawberry, and cranberry. Well crafted; rich fruit is accompanied with notes of tobacco, leather, cedar, and Asian Spice. Nimble on the palate with lively acidity that gives way to evenly distributed finish. Should drink well for 3-5 years.

6/6/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Four (4) hours decant. Deep purple in color. Displays vivid aromas of red/black cherry, red plum strawberry, and cranberry. Full bodied with impressive structure, ripe red fruit flavors are joined with notes of Asian Spice tobacco and cedar. Lively acidity provides balanced presence on the palate leading to long, even finish. A baby at present but can be had now w/lengthy decant. Will undoubtedly drink well for decades to come.

6/9/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Medium gold. Presents aromas of peach, apricot, orange marmalade, marzipan, and honeysuckle. Delicate and surprisingly nimble on the palate. Ripe fruit is measured with adequate acidity leading to evenly distributed finish. No botrytis or cloying effect present and acidity is measured at present so it will be interesting to track its progression from here. A perfect accompaniment to goose liver pate and blue cheese, nonetheless.

6/5/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted three (3) hours. Presents intense aromas of apricot, peach, pineapple, mango, and lemon curd. Richly textured, ripe fruit is exquisitely balanced by bright bracing acidity and underlying minerality. Lusciously textured. Surrounds the palate giving way to long, lingering, lip-smacking finish. Another in a string of brilliant offerings from Aubert. Another observed that their desired drinking window for Aubert Chardonnay’s as five (5) years beyond release. I’m inclined to agree with this observation, but these will undoubtedly drink well for many years to come.

6/4/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted for two (2) hours. Presents expressive combination of blue/black fruit aromas accompanied by notes of dark chocolate, cedar, smoke, leather, and spice. Beautifully structured; ample fruity is wonderfully balanced with underlying acidity. Provides a decadent display of dark fruit flavors that surround the palate providing a long, mouth coating finish. Silky tannins retain significant grip and while drinking beautifully now ten years in, it will undoubtedly do so for decades to come.

6/7/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Mom & Dad’s birth year! Concerned initially on receipt as hard wax was partially crumbled, IVM seal slightly torn and signs of slight leakage. Forged ahead nonetheless and all was well in the end. Initially cloudy on decanting. This dissipated after a couple days revealing a rich dark mahogany color. Offers lovely aromas of sultana, fig, caramel, brown sugar, walnuts, and orange peel. Ethereal presence on the palate similar to light pancake syrup that is juxtaposed with well measured acidity. Winds effortlessly along to an incredibly long salty finish. Six days in and this just keeps getting better! Gorgeous Malmsey.

6/11/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted two (2) hours. Paired beautifully with grilled ribeye streak. Similar to prior experience, displays highly expressive nose of lavender, blackberry, black currant, liquorice, vanilla and smoke. On the palate, ripe dark fruit flavors provide an extravagantly plush presence on the palate that gives way to an long evenly distributed mouthcoating finish. Should hold up well through the decade but this is squarely in its drinking window and wonderful right now!

6/8/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted two (2) hours. Similar to prior experience red/black berries, cherry, plum, soy with earthy/savory undertones beginning to step forward. Should have the stuffing to last out the decade but drinking wonderfully right now!

6/7/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Similar to prior experience. Decanted two (2) hours. Squarely in its drinking window now. Displays beautiful nose of fresh violets, red cherry, strawberry and forest floor. Lovely presence on the palate and exceedingly quaffable. Gives way to long evenly distributed finish.

6/7/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Deep garnet. Offers intense aromas of red cherry, strawberry, blackberry, soy, earth, and Asian spice. Deftly balanced, moving effortlessly along the palate. Ripe flavors of red cherry, strawberry and pomegranate are lifted by energetic acidity. Elegantly structured, fine grain tannins retain significant grip that speaks to underlying power and endurance. Unfolds into long silky-smooth finish. Squarely in its drinking window. Wonderful now with a proper decant & should drink well through the decade.

6/4/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Three (3) hour decant. Pale gold w/slight haze. Lovely nose giving aromas of white peach, pear, honeydew, orange blossom, and candied ginger. Displays ripe stone fruit flavors of peach, pear and, nectarine joined with lemon, honeycomb, and vanilla. Evenly balanced with energetic acidity and chalky foundation. Offers supple texture that envelopes the palate leading to long exceedingly pleasant finish. Gorgeous wine that should drink well through the decade and beyond.....if you have the patience to wait that long!

5/28/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Deep garnet. Offers intense aromas of red cherry, strawberry, blackberry, soy, earth, and Asian spice. Beautifully textured; moves nimbly on the palate lifted by energetic acidity. Tightly structured, fine grain tannins provide persistent grip that speak to underlying power and endurance. Unwinds with long silky-smooth finish. Wonderful now with proper decant & should drink well through the decade.

5/29/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Seven (7) years since last visited. P-n-P. & consumed over two (2) nights. Pale lemon color with greenish hue. Green apple, lemon, lime zest & white flowers prevail set upon chalky base. Nimble on the palate retaining active acidity to counter abundant fruit. Gives way to long hi-saline finish. Delicious now but still comes off rather reticent needing several hours to fully unveil. Will be interesting to visit 5-10 years from now.

5/20/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Concur w/Montesquieu on the wine...and the man.

4/15/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Last of three (3) & nine (9) years since last visit. Presents aromas of Strawberry, red currant, raspberry, orange peel and cinnamon. Delicate on the palate, candied fruit flavors are accompanied with balsamic, and leather undertones. Rewards with long evenly distributed finish. Fully resolved and sitting squarely in its drinking window.

4/6/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Nine (9) years last visited. Light yellow has given way to rich amber color. Rich flavors of honeycomb, apricot, orange marmalade is deftly balanced with required acidity. Absorbs the palate giving way to a long mouthcoating finish. Beautiful.

4/5/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted three (3) hours. Deep garnet with intense aromas of black/red cherry, blackberry, expresso, licorice, and violets. Grand presence on the palate; providing layered progression through aforementioned fruit and subtle tertiary notes. Mouthcoating, with long evenly distributed finish. Approachable now with lengthy decant; but will undoubtable drink well through the decade.

5/13/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Last of six (6). Similar to prior experience Red cherry, raspberry, with earthy/floral notes. Lively on the palate; acidity present provides required lift to counter richly laden fruit. Delivers lovely even finish. Fully integrated but still plenty of life here. Drink soon.

5/14/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Last of six (6). Displays dense core of black fruits, plum, currant, blackberry along with notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and pencil shavings. Definitely has turned the corner though with tertiary notes poking out. Drink now!

5/12/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Concur w/JUSTBREATHE680.

3/29/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Green apple, lemon/lime, marzipan, baking spice and acacia with briny underpinning. Notable viscosity on the palate, intense fruit is well measured with bright energetic acidity. Provides long, agile finish. Amazing at year six (6) and will drink well for many years to come.

2/4/2023 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Deep purple. Displays inviting aromas of fresh violets, cassis, red/black currant, red cherry, cranberry, tobacco, and earth interwoven with earthy/herbal undertones and spiced accents. Full bodied and evenly balanced; tannins are softly textured on the palate providing a full harmonious mouth-feel that transitions effortlessly to a long evenly distributed finish. Remarkably open and accessible at the moment and should provide decades of enjoyment.

12/25/2022 - SouthernStateofMind wrote:

Decanted (5) days and consumed over two (2) weeks. Medium amber in color. Aromas of dark sultana, fig and burnt caramel bound from the glass and fill the room. Agile on the palate w/razor sharp acidity that rewards with exceedingly long finish. Intoxicating in a word. Should drink well for decades.