Best of the three bottles of this vintage purchased at a charity auction. Raspberry, light spearmint, and a bit of funk on the nose. The flavors are bright raspberry jam, a tinge of mustiness, and cherry syrup. The remaining tannins are gentle and satiny.
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Second of three bottles. First really showed its age. This bottle had some odors that had to blow off, but then, marvelous fruit, including raspberry and cherry, with enough structure to be quite enjoyable. Great way to start a long evening that will be a not so fond farewell to a very unusual year. These grapes were picked the year my wife and I met: Another successfull creation.)
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Next to last bottle. I liked it best when younger. Became a little more funky after two hours. Cork in perfect shape. Still ruby red in color. Cigar box, grilled herbs and dark fruit prevailed both on the nose and in the palate. Had with cold filet mignon and cheese. Will try the last bottle in a 1990 retrospective with Cali Cabs and Bordeaux and see how it does blind.
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6/25/2021 - OldHick95 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Best of the three bottles of this vintage purchased at a charity auction. Raspberry, light spearmint, and a bit of funk on the nose. The flavors are bright raspberry jam, a tinge of mustiness, and cherry syrup. The remaining tannins are gentle and satiny.
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12/31/2020 - OldHick95 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Second of three bottles. First really showed its age. This bottle had some odors that had to blow off, but then, marvelous fruit, including raspberry and cherry, with enough structure to be quite enjoyable. Great way to start a long evening that will be a not so fond farewell to a very unusual year. These grapes were picked the year my wife and I met: Another successfull creation.)
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3/6/2015 - d'Auvenay Likes this wine: 91 Points
Drank a few times with consistent results. Wine opened in 1+ hrs and lasted for 2+ hrs. Should consume in the next couple years.
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2/15/2015 - rustyRudy Likes this wine: 91 Points
Next to last bottle. I liked it best when younger. Became a little more funky after two hours. Cork in perfect shape. Still ruby red in color. Cigar box, grilled herbs and dark fruit prevailed both on the nose and in the palate. Had with cold filet mignon and cheese. Will try the last bottle in a 1990 retrospective with Cali Cabs and Bordeaux and see how it does blind.
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3/6/2012 - gsb88 wrote: 88 Points
Strong flavor at first but disapated. Elegant style. Probably a few years out of its prime.
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