Similar to last notes, but certainly less rustic. The smoke has faded into the background and more light sweet fruit character is emerging. This continues to be both more integrated and refined, yet still delicious. This is really an incredible value from Stefania and seems to be improving. Since that's two this year, will need to wait a few before opening another.
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Decanted off its sediment half an hour before supper. Lifted and bright, with black cherry, candied raspberry, licorice and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with flavors of cherry and licorice, with a good finish. In a great place right now.
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Lots of rustic character here, with smoky Syrah seemingly playing a stronger role at this point. Nice mix of dark red fruits, some bramble, and spice. Still plenty of refined tannins for a medium to long finish. Will keep for another five years.
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My second bottle of 6 purchased. Thin and acidic like the previous bottle. Not sure what the appeal is for those rating this high. Nice aromas, but for me it ends there.
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6/6/2022 - bgdau Likes this wine: 93 Points
A great deal!
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11/28/2021 - Wine Spam wrote: 92 Points
Similar to last notes, but certainly less rustic. The smoke has faded into the background and more light sweet fruit character is emerging. This continues to be both more integrated and refined, yet still delicious. This is really an incredible value from Stefania and seems to be improving. Since that's two this year, will need to wait a few before opening another.
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8/22/2021 - AllRed wrote: 92 Points
Decanted off its sediment half an hour before supper. Lifted and bright, with black cherry, candied raspberry, licorice and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with flavors of cherry and licorice, with a good finish. In a great place right now.
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3/18/2021 - Wine Spam wrote: 91 Points
Lots of rustic character here, with smoky Syrah seemingly playing a stronger role at this point. Nice mix of dark red fruits, some bramble, and spice. Still plenty of refined tannins for a medium to long finish. Will keep for another five years.
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1/28/2018 - billhike Does not like this wine: 84 Points
My second bottle of 6 purchased. Thin and acidic like the previous bottle. Not sure what the appeal is for those rating this high. Nice aromas, but for me it ends there.
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