Bought 6b for 22.50/b from a local independent 8-9 years ago; this is #2. Dark purple; initially reticent nose that gave more dark fruit within an hour; dark tree fruits, some leather, with more fruit emerging, good mouthfeel; limited persistence. Vacuvin overnight, and last glass was a bit more giving next evening. Restrained fruit, enjoyable but short of delicious. Improvement unlikely but should hold for a few more years. Stored horizontally in a cool, dark basement since purchase. My evaluation: I've stopped giving scores on a "100-point scale" as I've become less convinced that they can be meaningful to others. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. I considered this notable when considering quality, age, and price.
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9/12/2019 - Oenecnist wrote:
Bought 6b for 22.50/b from a local independent 8-9 years ago; this is #2. Dark purple; initially reticent nose that gave more dark fruit within an hour; dark tree fruits, some leather, with more fruit emerging, good mouthfeel; limited persistence. Vacuvin overnight, and last glass was a bit more giving next evening. Restrained fruit, enjoyable but short of delicious. Improvement unlikely but should hold for a few more years. Stored horizontally in a cool, dark basement since purchase. My evaluation: I've stopped giving scores on a "100-point scale" as I've become less convinced that they can be meaningful to others. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. I considered this notable when considering quality, age, and price.
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5/1/2016 - Naishouler Likes this wine: 89 Points
Over it`s peak. still dissent Brunello with mid rare reindeer. Fruity. Notes of plum. A bit flat.
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11/17/2012 - Andre Brattland Does not like this wine: 86 Points
Disseapointing. Expected more from this wine. Probably over it`s peak.
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4/5/2012 - FAA wrote: 84 Points
getting tired
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4/5/2012 - FAA wrote: 84 Points
Ok, but starting to be a little tired. Fruit not as powerful as it once was
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