Friday, February 6, 2009 - EXCELLENT
WOW...what a surprise at a great price point. The nose is a little hot even after a three hour decant but the bowl permeates fresh strawberries and some saddle. The palate delivers more surprises with solid leather, strawberry, a little forest floor and big big tannins. The fruit delivers and then the tannins take over into a log finish. Nice balance with a couple of layers. Take your time and get into this one....a must buy.
14% EtOH