Initially a bit concerned by what looked like a bit of cork leakage, and a trace of sediment on the first pour. Nose seemed flat, and first two sips did not convey the depth that I'd hoped 8 years would impart. But color me surprised, because this actually came alive in my glass and was very drinkable.
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Decanted 45 minutes, which turned out not to be enough. At that point, the wine was a touch thin (though smooth as promised!). About 30 minutes later, some fullness started to appear as a smoky backdrop to that classic cab franc pepper emerged. I would think 90 minutes decanting at this point would be ideal. This is a stylish wine, very well enjoyed.
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Consistent. Herbs and cocoa on the nose with medium to light palate of blueberry, menthol, and spice. Short ending but smooth throughout. Merry Christmas to my friends at The Hide!
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12/1/2015 - erikdahlin Likes this wine:
Initially a bit concerned by what looked like a bit of cork leakage, and a trace of sediment on the first pour. Nose seemed flat, and first two sips did not convey the depth that I'd hoped 8 years would impart. But color me surprised, because this actually came alive in my glass and was very drinkable.
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2/22/2011 - grayfont wrote: 90 Points
Decanted 45 minutes, which turned out not to be enough. At that point, the wine was a touch thin (though smooth as promised!). About 30 minutes later, some fullness started to appear as a smoky backdrop to that classic cab franc pepper emerged. I would think 90 minutes decanting at this point would be ideal. This is a stylish wine, very well enjoyed.
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12/28/2010 - ChrisinCowiche Likes this wine: 91 Points
Consistent. Herbs and cocoa on the nose with medium to light palate of blueberry, menthol, and spice. Short ending but smooth throughout. Merry Christmas to my friends at The Hide!
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5/18/2010 - ChrisinCowiche wrote: 91 Points
The name says it correctly, very smooth, herb and blueberry up front. Silky tannins.
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