This is in a great place right now. It has shed a lot of its tannins (which were considerable given the amount of sediment now) but the fruit is still singing. A somewhat reticent nose and so-so finish keep the rating from being higher. I might have decanted it longer - I opened the bottle maybe an hour before serving, but only got it into a decanter about 15 mins before dinner. No noticeable trajectory during the meal; consistent from start to finish.
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4/3/2022 - kmforster Likes this wine: 90 Points
This is in a great place right now. It has shed a lot of its tannins (which were considerable given the amount of sediment now) but the fruit is still singing. A somewhat reticent nose and so-so finish keep the rating from being higher. I might have decanted it longer - I opened the bottle maybe an hour before serving, but only got it into a decanter about 15 mins before dinner. No noticeable trajectory during the meal; consistent from start to finish.
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9/5/2019 - vandal16 wrote: 92 Points
Dark blue and black fruit flavors. Notes of graphite, tar, violets and licorice. Hint of vanilla on the long finish. Medium body.
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9/23/2016 - tmvedelago Likes this wine: 93 Points
Very smooth wine, with a fruity bouquet and light tannin structure. A very pleasant aftertaste lingers on the palate. A great complement to a meal.
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4/9/2016 - RBHendrick Likes this wine: 90 Points
Nice pepper. Have with ribeye steak.
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