Bit of color, medium hay, with a golden tinge; surprisingly, almost no petrol notes on the nose, more little hints of menthol, cinnamon, dried herbs; quite rich on the palate, with a textural density that gives it added weight, still quite vibrant at 20 years, with good acidity and balance. Always a voluptuous wine, this bottle is an aging supermodel that can still command the cover of a fashion magazine. Would be sensational on a Thanksgiving table.
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9/24/2022 - alanr wrote: 94 Points
Bit of color, medium hay, with a golden tinge; surprisingly, almost no petrol notes on the nose, more little hints of menthol, cinnamon, dried herbs; quite rich on the palate, with a textural density that gives it added weight, still quite vibrant at 20 years, with good acidity and balance. Always a voluptuous wine, this bottle is an aging supermodel that can still command the cover of a fashion magazine. Would be sensational on a Thanksgiving table.
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2/20/2016 - MikeATL Likes this wine: 90 Points
It took a little time to open up, but struck a nice balance between fleshy stone fruit and lean minerality. Very nice and aging gracefully.
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5/20/2011 - BarbaraW wrote:
Still lovely and complex... good minerality and well balanced. Excellent with the Eastern European fare.
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