14.7% abv. Seems to be fully resolved and drinking seamlessly. Very Bordeaux-like flavor profile - one might guess this blind as Bordeaux, but I think the slightly elevated alcohol gives this away as new world. All in all, this is drinking very well and is very pleasing and enjoyable. Not the most complex, but there's enough going on here to keep interest throughout the evening.
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Wow, this has evolved very well over time. Soft but firm tannin structure and mellowed acidity. Nose of black cherries, cassis, ripe figs and pencil shavings. Wonderful mouthfeel with a long finish and layers of blueberries, dried figs, cassis, toast and mint. Wonderful wine that rewarded patience.
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3/2/2024 - PIntag wrote: 92 Points
14.7% abv.
Seems to be fully resolved and drinking seamlessly. Very Bordeaux-like flavor profile - one might guess this blind as Bordeaux, but I think the slightly elevated alcohol gives this away as new world. All in all, this is drinking very well and is very pleasing and enjoyable. Not the most complex, but there's enough going on here to keep interest throughout the evening.
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4/15/2023 - Snag One Likes this wine: 94 Points
Wow, this has evolved very well over time. Soft but firm tannin structure and mellowed acidity. Nose of black cherries, cassis, ripe figs and pencil shavings. Wonderful mouthfeel with a long finish and layers of blueberries, dried figs, cassis, toast and mint. Wonderful wine that rewarded patience.
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10/11/2020 - mmatejka90 Likes this wine: 84 Points
Nice smooth merlot drinkable right out of the bottle.
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10/9/2020 - Labrador Likes this wine: 87 Points
No formal notes, but this is a wine that always pleases.
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8/28/2020 - mk42 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Lovely mature cab. A bit less fruit than a few years ago, with softer tannins.
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