Upon removing the foil, the cork showed some minor leakage. I was concerned because this bottle is outside of the recommended window, but after aerating and decanting for ~30 minutes, I was pleased to discover this to be a really lovely bottle of wine. It was slightly peppery yet smooth, and well developed. I'm glad I drank it, but didn't notice that it was past it's prime. Wish I had another!
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Opened up and decanted for about a half an hour. Very enjoyable for a merlot, Miles would be proud. Made me wish we had more than 1 bottle in our inventory. Originally got it from Gold Medal Wine Club.
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(CHARLES CREEK MERLOT MIRADERO) NOSE-chocolate covered cherry; TASTE-integrated tannins, not over the top fruiit, more Bordeaux-like; drink w/ foods; BLOWN AWAY, hint of cedar, long finish; wait to buy-lower price should be coming; CG-91, GV91
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1/18/2012 - MeaganPollock wrote: 89 Points
Upon removing the foil, the cork showed some minor leakage. I was concerned because this bottle is outside of the recommended window, but after aerating and decanting for ~30 minutes, I was pleased to discover this to be a really lovely bottle of wine. It was slightly peppery yet smooth, and well developed. I'm glad I drank it, but didn't notice that it was past it's prime. Wish I had another!
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1/21/2011 - Jimdish25 wrote: 90 Points
Past it's prime but still enjoyable. Drink now.
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12/14/2010 - grapemaven wrote: 90 Points
Pleasant surprise - wasn't sure what to expect, but it was well integrated with notes of plum and red fruit. Drinking better than expected now...
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8/15/2010 - PinotDude wrote: 90 Points
Popped and poured at the Mojave Grill. Smooth and delightful. Still very much alive
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11/8/2009 - toombs wrote: 89 Points
Opened up and decanted for about a half an hour. Very enjoyable for a merlot, Miles would be proud. Made me wish we had more than 1 bottle in our inventory. Originally got it from Gold Medal Wine Club.
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