Excellent. 13% alc. An old favourite that does not disappoint as it has developed well and still has much life remaining. Colour: deep black berry, vibrant crimson edges Bouquet: rich blackberry, black plum, black pepper, sweet liquorice and vanilla oak Palate: sweet raspberry, plum, nutty oak, big voluptuous fine grained tannins, long finish. May 2021
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The wine was decanted and allowed to breath for one and a half hours. The cork was in very good condition and there were no unsavoury odours. The Wine was dark red through to the edges. No sign of bricking. A little sediment was filtered out during the decant. The bouquet wafted red berries with a hint of coconut and the palate was surprising with the level of fruit, some vanilla and some vague coconut and milk chocolate. At 14 years of aged this wine was delightful, no alcohol heat, primary fruit still evident and balanced acid, tannins and wood. Excellent mouth feel and length. Probably deserves a 94.
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A nose of black fruit, with slight oak and floral notes. Medium plus weight and good acidity and tannins and slight saline on the finish. A solid wine. For my palate it lacks a bit of excitement.
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5/28/2021 - rmarkey Likes this wine: 94 Points
Excellent. 13% alc. An old favourite that does not disappoint as it has developed well and still has much life remaining.
Colour: deep black berry, vibrant crimson edges
Bouquet: rich blackberry, black plum, black pepper, sweet liquorice and vanilla oak
Palate: sweet raspberry, plum, nutty oak, big voluptuous fine grained tannins, long finish.
May 2021
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11/12/2018 - nulla Likes this wine: 93 Points
The wine was decanted and allowed to breath for one and a half hours. The cork was in very good condition and there were no unsavoury odours. The Wine was dark red through to the edges. No sign of bricking. A little sediment was filtered out during the decant. The bouquet wafted red berries with a hint of coconut and the palate was surprising with the level of fruit, some vanilla and some vague coconut and milk chocolate. At 14 years of aged this wine was delightful, no alcohol heat, primary fruit still evident and balanced acid, tannins and wood. Excellent mouth feel and length. Probably deserves a 94.
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3/4/2018 - SimonPh Likes this wine: 89 Points
Nice blend with cabernet slightly to the fore.
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6/22/2017 - cliftonng wrote: 88 Points
A nose of black fruit, with slight oak and floral notes. Medium plus weight and good acidity and tannins and slight saline on the finish. A solid wine. For my palate it lacks a bit of excitement.
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6/4/2017 - surfection wrote: 92 Points
Still drinking well. Strong sense of age!
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