Sumptuous purple. Nose curious, has almost some toasted buttered popcorn, a little funky though still bright, not overwhelming - kind of wild and definitely unexpected. Entry is not as eccentric as the nose. Brighter red fruit like a raspberry. Thinner than the 07 but perhaps a bit brighter. More oak and spice (cinnamon?). Dusty tannins for a bolder finish - keep it down for a few more though certainly drinkable now with some salt and fat.
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This is a great drinking wine. Aromas and flavors of dark fruit. Blackberry and blueberry, with a hint of black currant. Finely integrated tannins, great structure and velvety mouthfeel. Terrific.
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1/26/2022 - fewltu Likes this wine:
Good
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5/23/2020 - bmartz1 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Sumptuous purple. Nose curious, has almost some toasted buttered popcorn, a little funky though still bright, not overwhelming - kind of wild and definitely unexpected. Entry is not as eccentric as the nose. Brighter red fruit like a raspberry. Thinner than the 07 but perhaps a bit brighter. More oak and spice (cinnamon?). Dusty tannins for a bolder finish - keep it down for a few more though certainly drinkable now with some salt and fat.
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9/7/2019 - Cuellar's Cellar Likes this wine: 93 Points
perfect time to drink. Opened up nicely, Cheers
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7/22/2019 - handymom wrote: 95 Points
This must be right at it's perfect moment. I have many D.R. Stephens, but this is the best I've had. Palate and finish are perfect.
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10/20/2018 - Tym4wine Likes this wine: 93 Points
This is a great drinking wine. Aromas and flavors of dark fruit. Blackberry and blueberry, with a hint of black currant. Finely integrated tannins, great structure and velvety mouthfeel. Terrific.
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