September 6, 2023 - In contrast to the prior bottle, this was in its prime. Fruity, earthy, spices, and overall an excellent Zin that was very food friendly. Basically it's a proper middle-aged Wellington.
February 10, 2023 - This looked slightly bricked on opening, and initially was kind of hot, but after that blew off the wine was in great shape.
October 14, 2022 - This bottle wasn't as good as most any other Wellington bottle I've had. Perhaps it was flawed, but not so much as to be obviously corked or acetic or anything like that. Shrug.
December 11, 2021 - Delicious Zin from master winemaker Peter Wellington… And only two bottles remain in my cellar :(
October 3, 2021 - Yes, another tasty bottle from Peter consumed. Going to miss these when all are consumed.
June 9, 2021 - Yeah, just another great Wellington Zin. Maturing nicely. Years left on it.
February 27, 2021 - Still a solid bottle despite the drink by date.
Adding 5 years to 2025 and that is likely conservative.
April 1, 2020 - This has certainly evolved since the last bottle. Nice middle aged Zin now. Medium body, nice fruit, lots of earth.
June 1, 2019 - Fresh dark berry, cutting acid to balance and clean the palate. Lasting finish
March 3, 2019 - Bramble and woodsy herbs. A touch on the pruney side, but not overly so. Slight oxidation on day 2.