Deep ruby with developing nose of m(+) intensity having aromas currently dominated by dark fruits but with some tertiary Syrah perfumes coming through including some hints of incense and cigar box. Full bodied on the palate; acid and tannin are well balanced at m(+). Alcohol is m(+). Flavors are pronounced and concentrated. This is a very good wine that drinks well now but I expect to improve with another 5 years in bottle as fruit fades a bit.
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Well balanced meaty nose and a bit hot. Color is deep purple edges dark to the core. Front note is the dark fruit with lots of green pepper and an almost Cool long finish.
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The bottle showed very well as a pop and pour, with lots of red/black fruit, savory depth and a clean, flavorful finish with a moderate level of tannin. The level of fruit makes it easy to drink now, and provides stuffing for moderate aging. I would expect this could be better in 2-4 years, but would not use it for long keeping. There's no need, as it's fun to drink.
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The nose was firmly rooted in the northern Rhone, with a display of ripe black fruit, sweet herbs, pepper, minerals and charred meat. On the palate, I found silky, expansive textures with tannin-encrusted black fruit, minerals, savory spices, herbs and hauntingly dark inner floral tones. The finish was long and spicy, cleaning up the palate with mouthwatering acidity.
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Inky purple, opaque with slight haze. Aromas are blueberry, blackberry, hoisin, provençal herbs, and wet stones. The tastes are blackberry, herbs, raspberry, and damp earth. Good acidity and fine tannins. The finish is long and herbal.
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5/8/2021 - ajohn206 wrote: 93 Points
This wine has really developed nicely. Earthy tones and very smooth. Dinking well now after 30 minutes splash decant.
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3/9/2020 - Owlbass Likes this wine:
Floral on the nose, dark fruit, herbs, strawberries, smoke, earthy. Nice tannins and acid
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7/16/2019 - pjhr Likes this wine: 92 Points
As tasty as the last bottle. Drinking well.
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7/2/2019 - pjhr Likes this wine: 92 Points
Tasty raspberry, floral and white pepper notes on the nose and palate with juicy tannins and moderate finish.
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5/16/2019 - MikeJK Likes this wine: 92 Points
Deep ruby with developing nose of m(+) intensity having aromas currently dominated by dark fruits but with some tertiary Syrah perfumes coming through including some hints of incense and cigar box. Full bodied on the palate; acid and tannin are well balanced at m(+). Alcohol is m(+). Flavors are pronounced and concentrated. This is a very good wine that drinks well now but I expect to improve with another 5 years in bottle as fruit fades a bit.
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5/6/2019 - pjhr Likes this wine: 92 Points
As tasty as the last bottle. Drinking well.
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5/21/2018 - Armleg Likes this wine: 90 Points
Well balanced meaty nose and a bit hot. Color is deep purple edges dark to the core. Front note is the dark fruit with lots of green pepper and an almost Cool long finish.
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5/3/2018 - gediminasbielskus Likes this wine: 90 Points
Nose - meaty, dark ripe cherries, hint of blueberry, gentle mint, fresh blackberry, blackcurrant leaf.
Palate - similar to nose on primary, smooth cassis with grippy tannins (high), and high acidity.
Would be best to keep it for a couple of years to soften the tannin, but it is pleasant with a bit of lamb.
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5/1/2018 - Rieslingfan wrote:
The bottle showed very well as a pop and pour, with lots of red/black fruit, savory depth and a clean, flavorful finish with a moderate level of tannin. The level of fruit makes it easy to drink now, and provides stuffing for moderate aging. I would expect this could be better in 2-4 years, but would not use it for long keeping. There's no need, as it's fun to drink.
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1/4/2018 - pjhr Likes this wine: 92 Points
Tasty raspberry, floral and white pepper notes on the nose and palate with juicy tannins and moderate finish.
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12/16/2017 - cubswinws wrote: 90 Points
Interesting wine with simple straightforward flavor profile with a touch oh spice on the finish. Would suspect drinking earlier for this one.
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11/10/2017 - Eric Guido Likes this wine: 92 Points
The nose was firmly rooted in the northern Rhone, with a display of ripe black fruit, sweet herbs, pepper, minerals and charred meat. On the palate, I found silky, expansive textures with tannin-encrusted black fruit, minerals, savory spices, herbs and hauntingly dark inner floral tones. The finish was long and spicy, cleaning up the palate with mouthwatering acidity.
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4/18/2017 - hackey37 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Inky purple, opaque with slight haze. Aromas are blueberry, blackberry, hoisin, provençal herbs, and wet stones. The tastes are blackberry, herbs, raspberry, and damp earth. Good acidity and fine tannins. The finish is long and herbal.
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