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2017 Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon Major Series
11/28/2022 - richardkim wrote: 91 Points
Lively fruits of blackcurrant and blueberry, also tobacco and leather to suggest an old world quality. Tannins are fine and there is little oak influence. My initial impression was that the acidity was overpowering. But after some time in the glass this blew off. The resulting wine is generous with its fruit, has a silky body, and a firm backbone. Give this wine an hour of air and it will reward you.
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2019 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove
11/15/2022 - richardkim wrote: 92 Points
The nose and palate are still closed, but the richness of both is evident. Cherry and dark red fruits predominate. The palate offers up a moderately rich mouthfeel with fruit and firm tannins. I think this will definitely open with age, with the elements coming together and maybe some secondary flavors appearing. I’ll taste again in 2 years. I think it will be excellent, and live up to its best previous vintages.
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2000 Germano Angelo Barolo Mont d'Oca Dardi
6/17/2022 - richardkim wrote: 89 Points
Decanted 1 hour. Color is muddy brick. Muted aromas of dark fruit and earth. The palate is medium bodied, with a somewhat monolithic presentation of dark cherry and mushroom. Bright acidity keeps it fresh. Overall, a very good wine, still drinking well.
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