dense and intense. Black cherries, eucalyptus and cassis. Tannins are still very pronounced and need more time to mellow. This is drinking quite nicely, though, with the fruit and acidity standing up to the tannins most of the time.
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Still youthful and plenty of upside. 8 hour slow ox followed by 2 hours in decanter. Each glass was better than previous Notes of graphite and sweet vanilla. Amazing tension, long mouthfeel. Stunning wine which will keep improving.
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Brief next-morning recollections - deep inky magenta/black, rich dark fruit with a coffee/clove note, approachable but far too young right now, but the elements are there for something really nice in 5-10 years.
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9/2/2023 - nywine68 wrote: 94 Points
dense and intense. Black cherries, eucalyptus and cassis. Tannins are still very pronounced and need more time to mellow. This is drinking quite nicely, though, with the fruit and acidity standing up to the tannins most of the time.
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11/12/2022 - EM_MB Likes this wine: 97 Points
Still youthful and plenty of upside. 8 hour slow ox followed by 2 hours in decanter. Each glass was better than previous Notes of graphite and sweet vanilla. Amazing tension, long mouthfeel. Stunning wine which will keep improving.
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8/22/2022 - Asmiller wrote: 100 Points
Needs plenty of time to decant. If you can be patient it’s a 100-pointer.
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4/4/2022 - Burgnick Likes this wine: 94 Points
Decanted to serve. Big napa wine with so much finesse and elegance without being overwhelming. Beautiful wine.
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12/10/2021 - jshufelt wrote: 94 Points
Brief next-morning recollections - deep inky magenta/black, rich dark fruit with a coffee/clove note, approachable but far too young right now, but the elements are there for something really nice in 5-10 years.
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