2011 Larkmead Vineyards Firebelle

Community Tasting Notes (58) Avg Score: 91.1 points

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  4/11/2023 - Roentgen Ray wrote: 93 Points

  Purchased from Larkmead at release.
  Stored in cellar conditions between 55-65°F.
  The cork is firm and there is minimal seepage.
  Thos bottle is vibrant with blackberry, some mulberry, and medium acidity.
  The tannins are an afterthought, present in the background.

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  12/16/2022 - Roentgen Ray Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Bright, open and fruit driven.

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  2/10/2022 - dontime wrote:

  Soft and luscious, with the Merlot taking center stage. Tannins resolved, plenty of fruit, but some secondary notes also. If scoring 90-92.

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  11/18/2021 - dougchavez Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Now is the time to drink this 2011 Firebelle. Having read tasting notes and knowing the 2011 vintage reputation, I was very pleasantly surprised. Then again, Larkmead wines hold up very well. Opened and then decanted 45 mins later helped bring out amazing and subtle flavors this wine is known for. Smooth, elegant taste of dark fruit, chocolate and, a hint of tobacco. A nice mild finish that is slightly mineral. Probably best to drink in the next few months vs letting this rest any longer.
  The wine looks violet colored. The legs are slow. There is no sediment in the bottle.

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  9/7/2021 - OWC wrote: 92 Points

  Consistent with previous notes. On opening, this gives off strong BBQ, smoke and even creosote, which can be a little offputting. But the excess fades fairly rapidly, leaving a very relaxed, gentle but rich nectar. Drink now - or hold if you want to gamble.

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