The nose was earthy at first, showing moist soil tones, crushed stone and plum, yet it gained freshness in the glass, as sweet herbs, hints of citrus, and minerals came forward. On the palate, I found a silky expression, giving way to polished black fruits, citrus-infused spice, and sweet herbs, kept vibrant and energetic through juicy acidity. The finish was long, displaying dark fruits, but also so fresh, as hints of ripe red berries, wild herbs and fine tannins lingered. It’s a gorgeous expression of the vintage.
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Graphite and blue/black berries with gorgeous balance. More youthful fruit in this bottle than one I had (and liked) in 2013. Tannins fairly resolved, but enough acidity that good bottles should hold another five years, maybe more.
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Ruby red. Maturing, but not past peak. Currant, dark raspberry, crushed rock on the nose. Medium to full body, gliding nicely to a medium length finish, showing excellent balance. Tannins are barely noticeable. I think this will show some more secondary aspects in the next 3-4 years, but is likely to turn slowly south soon thereafter.
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12/4/2021 - mattb76 wrote: flawed
Corked.
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3/14/2020 - Gary Likes this wine: 90 Points
A bit of VA. But spectacular
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10/23/2019 - Eric Guido Likes this wine: 94 Points
The nose was earthy at first, showing moist soil tones, crushed stone and plum, yet it gained freshness in the glass, as sweet herbs, hints of citrus, and minerals came forward. On the palate, I found a silky expression, giving way to polished black fruits, citrus-infused spice, and sweet herbs, kept vibrant and energetic through juicy acidity. The finish was long, displaying dark fruits, but also so fresh, as hints of ripe red berries, wild herbs and fine tannins lingered. It’s a gorgeous expression of the vintage.
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10/23/2019 - Neecies Likes this wine:
Graphite and blue/black berries with gorgeous balance. More youthful fruit in this bottle than one I had (and liked) in 2013. Tannins fairly resolved, but enough acidity that good bottles should hold another five years, maybe more.
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3/27/2015 - nectar14 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Ruby red. Maturing, but not past peak. Currant, dark raspberry, crushed rock on the nose. Medium to full body, gliding nicely to a medium length finish, showing excellent balance. Tannins are barely noticeable. I think this will show some more secondary aspects in the next 3-4 years, but is likely to turn slowly south soon thereafter.
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