Decanted for air, but there was a little sediment too. Lovely wine in a nice place if still wanting a few layers that age will certainly bring. Dark fruit veiled by graphite and spiciness. Glad I have more in the cellar. The texture stole the show. Silky without being too soft, firm and structured without being awkward. Tense yet full. Good concentration. Had with pizza and salads and while it might have paired better with something more substantial, overall worked well. Want to wait a while on the next bottle.
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Rating influenced by how well it has aged. This wine is singing if also peaking. I love secondary notes on Syrah which this contains. Mouth feel has levity and good finishing structure.
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2016 Château d'Issan
2/17/2024 - twotee wrote: 93 Points
Decanted for air, but there was a little sediment too. Lovely wine in a nice place if still wanting a few layers that age will certainly bring. Dark fruit veiled by graphite and spiciness. Glad I have more in the cellar. The texture stole the show. Silky without being too soft, firm and structured without being awkward. Tense yet full. Good concentration. Had with pizza and salads and while it might have paired better with something more substantial, overall worked well. Want to wait a while on the next bottle.
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2010 Donelan Syrah Cuvée Keltie
3/23/2023 - twotee wrote: 94 Points
Rating influenced by how well it has aged. This wine is singing if also peaking. I love secondary notes on Syrah which this contains. Mouth feel has levity and good finishing structure.
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2015 Dierberg Pinot Noir Dierberg Vineyard Santa Maria Valley
11/14/2022 - twotee wrote: 94 Points
Youthful, concentrated without being heavy, excellent length.
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