I bought this bottle upon release, and I became concerned that it might have gone past its prime. Not at all. Upon opening, it was a little faint -- often the case with older wines. I decanted it for a little while (maybe 15 minutes in large-based decanter), and as the meal progressed the wine opened up very nicely. At first, the raisin-like taste that age often brings, but then, some very nice fruit. Very well-balanced. Not a big, deep wine, but very flavorful. I should have bought more :-)
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3/30/2018 - Republic60224 Does not like this wine: 55 Points
Has turned for the worse. Bought online, from reputable company, but the wine has turned. Simple as that. Paid a fair price so no biggie.
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11/23/2008 - John Nezlek wrote: 90 Points
I bought this bottle upon release, and I became concerned that it might have gone past its prime. Not at all. Upon opening, it was a little faint -- often the case with older wines. I decanted it for a little while (maybe 15 minutes in large-based decanter), and as the meal progressed the wine opened up very nicely. At first, the raisin-like taste that age often brings, but then, some very nice fruit. Very well-balanced. Not a big, deep wine, but very flavorful. I should have bought more :-)
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