Initial aroma is reminiscent of port - so some oxidization has occurred. Next a clear meaty aroma and the fruit consists of darker red varieties. The taste is quite nice, lighter red fruits are dominant. The mouthfeel is acceptable. The finish is astringent, but not that long. So the conclusion is that this wine shows the attributes of aging and is interesting and enjoyable but certainly not a 'great bottle'.
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7/3/2022 - grizzlymarmot wrote:
Initial aroma is reminiscent of port - so some oxidization has occurred. Next a clear meaty aroma and the fruit consists of darker red varieties. The taste is quite nice, lighter red fruits are dominant. The mouthfeel is acceptable. The finish is astringent, but not that long. So the conclusion is that this wine shows the attributes of aging and is interesting and enjoyable but certainly not a 'great bottle'.
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1/8/2021 - trumpet60201 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Fruit to me seems to be mostly gone. Tannins are massive and there is great acidity still. Nice nose.
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4/30/2009 - jbeauprez wrote: 89 Points
real solid; even after 5 days still plenty of tannins. needs time but good wine.
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