Drank this over 48 hours. Upon first opening, the wine exhibited prominent fruits -- very much a merlot. But not terribly remarkable.
Finished two days later. At that point, the fruits moderated nicely and some of the savory characteristics came out. Rich nose of chocolate, dark fruits. Dark fruits, blueberry, and pepper on the palate. A very pleasant, lingering, smooth finish. Also some notes of orange, chocolate on the palate. Nice acidity -- really grips the tongue. A little bit of heat on the finish; pepper followed by the alcohol.
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4/10/2013 - mach8196 wrote:
Very fruity, not a clean finish
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4/13/2012 - 1961Vintage wrote: 90 Points
great value!
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6/12/2011 - rrschrumjr wrote: 88 Points
Drank this over 48 hours. Upon first opening, the wine exhibited prominent fruits -- very much a merlot. But not terribly remarkable.
Finished two days later. At that point, the fruits moderated nicely and some of the savory characteristics came out. Rich nose of chocolate, dark fruits. Dark fruits, blueberry, and pepper on the palate. A very pleasant, lingering, smooth finish. Also some notes of orange, chocolate on the palate. Nice acidity -- really grips the tongue. A little bit of heat on the finish; pepper followed by the alcohol.
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