Better than the previous bottle. Very pale rim but less signs of age. Muted nose with tart bing cherries. Chalky red cherries and underripe strawberries in the mouth. Acidity. None of the off-putting flavors of the last bottle, but still a so-so wine. Doubt that the fruit will survive the acidity. Best now with food.
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As noted by others, a pale red center, pale rim with signs of age. Muted nose, tart bing cherries, a little complexity, but overall weak. Odd taste up-front (mossy stones, iron and caramel?), some light red fruits, good acidity, a little green on the finish. Not in a good place now. If I were to be optimistic I'd hope that this is a closed right now and may blossom in a couple of years (the acidity is there for more age). However, the fruit seems too reticent. Will hold to see what happens, but not hopeful.
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I hesitate to contradict what other reviewers have posted here, but I feel provoked by the insipid and lifeless character of this wine. I've had water with more personality than this. This is colored water. Maybe I have an adulterated bottle, or else my palate is throwing me a curveball tonight. While I do enjoy medium-bodied wines with subtle brilliance, this isn't one of them.
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Strawberry and cedar wood aromas. Soft, velvety yet light bodied red fruit flavors that start with cherry and strawberry and move toward watermelon and a touch of grapefruit. Moderate length. Good structure and complexity with underlying hints of spice. Fairly forward and should probably be drunk young. Good QPR.
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11/28/2019 - Love Good Wine wrote:
Color darkening. Drink soon.
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6/8/2017 - pdadams66 wrote: 87 Points
Better than the previous bottle. Very pale rim but less signs of age. Muted nose with tart bing cherries. Chalky red cherries and underripe strawberries in the mouth. Acidity.
None of the off-putting flavors of the last bottle, but still a so-so wine. Doubt that the fruit will survive the acidity. Best now with food.
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1/25/2017 - pdadams66 Does not like this wine: 83 Points
As noted by others, a pale red center, pale rim with signs of age.
Muted nose, tart bing cherries, a little complexity, but overall weak.
Odd taste up-front (mossy stones, iron and caramel?), some light red fruits, good acidity, a little green on the finish.
Not in a good place now. If I were to be optimistic I'd hope that this is a closed right now and may blossom in a couple of years (the acidity is there for more age). However, the fruit seems too reticent. Will hold to see what happens, but not hopeful.
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9/11/2016 - Gianni13 wrote: 88 Points
Not impressive. A bit brownish at the edges of an overall pale burgundy. Light and enjoyable overall but not what I would expect for a premier cru.
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11/29/2013 - tjib13 Likes this wine:
Wonderful floral aromas. red fruits and dried red fruits, moderate structure, very approachable. Good length on the finish. Pop and pour.
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8/14/2012 - JayPKay wrote: 79 Points
I hesitate to contradict what other reviewers have posted here, but I feel provoked by the insipid and lifeless character of this wine. I've had water with more personality than this. This is colored water. Maybe I have an adulterated bottle, or else my palate is throwing me a curveball tonight. While I do enjoy medium-bodied wines with subtle brilliance, this isn't one of them.
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3/16/2012 - rjonwine@gmail.com wrote: 91 Points
More 2009 Burgundies (Vin Vino Wine, Palo Alto, California): Dark ruby color; lovely, roses, graham cracker crust nose; ripe cherry, baked cherry, raspberry, mineral palate; needs 2-3 years; medium-plus finish 91+ points
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2/14/2012 - kosinski wrote:
Strawberry and cedar wood aromas. Soft, velvety yet light bodied red fruit flavors that start with cherry and strawberry and move toward watermelon and a touch of grapefruit. Moderate length. Good structure and complexity with underlying hints of spice. Fairly forward and should probably be drunk young. Good QPR.
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