Community Tasting Note

jfroklage wrote:

Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 1990 Leoville Barton: This has opened up enough for current enjoyment, but it promises a long life with continued d1990 Leoville Barton - 93+ points, consumed by my wife and I over 2 1/4 hours
Color is ruby red, with just the slightest hint of bricking at the edge. The nose is immediately open for business and very complex -- notes of currants, tobacco, saddle leather, and a slight smoky air about it. No veggie notes present in the nose. Nose continues to build during the evening, with consistent aromas.
The wine takes about 45 minutes to open up on the palate, with initial notes of smoky currants, berries, and leather leading to slight notes of toffee and licorice later on. Interestingly, the acid profile remains prominent, supplying nice balance to the '90's power, with a 30 second finish.
I think the wine still somewhat young, perhaps getting to its peak in another 5 years. That said, it's very nice tonight. A 95 nose and a 92+ palate, and one of the best LB's I've tasted.evelopment. Richer and more structured than the 1989. Also with leather notes that may be evidence of some brett.

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