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Monday, October 15, 2018 - Drank the ‘83 in a vertical tasting with the '82 and the '86 with Ralph D
'83: at first, just after decanting seemed thin, minimal nose. But 1 - 2 hours later came ‘out’ and continued to open throughout the evening. Reasonable nose and more complexity, yet minimal finish. After 24 hours under Argon tried it again and still holding. Bought it at Ernie’s in Palo Alto in the late ‘80s for $21.97.!

‘86: Darker in color than the ‘83. Still some tannin, but more tartness with some fruit to balance. After 24 hours, slight hint of fruitiness and berries.

‘82. Darkest of the three, good dark ruby. Big nose, filled the room when decanting. Still alive, some berries in the nose, nicely balanced for a 36 year old wine. Has been in our cellar for a good 30 years. Tried it the next day, and was still a very respectable wine.

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