Very dark red center with violet rim Nose - initially, plummy and herbal but dark cherry emerged with air. Palate - cherry, plums, and herbal notes Structure - moderate acidity with some tannic bite Overall, this is solid, yet slightly rustic.
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What a difference with a vintage 06 lacked anything positive to mention this 07 had much more to offer, dark fruit held up to the.oak, some earth and tobacco added some interesting layers, tannins are sweet and medium finish....
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1/23/2016 - Meerlust wrote: 88 Points
Very dark red center with violet rim
Nose - initially, plummy and herbal but dark cherry emerged with air.
Palate - cherry, plums, and herbal notes
Structure - moderate acidity with some tannic bite
Overall, this is solid, yet slightly rustic.
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3/30/2013 - eoinhharkins wrote: 86 Points
Bit of heat on the nose here, with some oak, black cherry, vanilla bean and some dust, heat also prevails on the palate and finish
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11/8/2012 - eoinhharkins wrote: 88 Points
What a difference with a vintage 06 lacked anything positive to mention this 07 had much more to offer, dark fruit held up to the.oak, some earth and tobacco added some interesting layers, tannins are sweet and medium finish....
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12/8/2009 - Mrdundon wrote: 92 Points
Long finish, tastes of tobacco and dark fruit (plum). Earthy smell.
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3/21/2009 - pizzler wrote: 92 Points
2009 California Barrel Tasting (Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Washington DC): This was also a very interesting wine, more delicate than the Monte Rosso, but also peppery with hints of vanilla, very viscous
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