3 hrs in the decanter. Pencil shavings, earth, leather, cool cassis notes. Medium body, good freshness, the initial poopy notes dissipate slowly. Rustic tannines, classically built, very good.
Happy b-day, L.
Even better on day 3!! Saved half a bottle in the fridge. Tannines have softened, fruit is more prominent and darker in aspect. Up 1 point. — 10 years ago
Hints of cherry. Great — 10 years ago
color was a dense deep red with aromas of ripe dark fruits and gentle complementing spice. The flavors were very fresh and concentrated with blackberries, cherries and currants constantly changing on the palate, showing a great mouthfeel. The tannins were a bit tight as the bottle was not decanted and only opened for about 30 minutes. The ending had spice, cedar and touch of cacao on the lingering finish. An elegant wine that needs time to develop, try in another 3-5 years, although should last for a decade. Tasting Sample. — 9 years ago
Lots of delicious red fruit and very smooth. Loved it. — 9 years ago
Weird, in a good way — 9 years ago
17 August 2013. The Wine Country, Long Beach, CA. — 10 years ago
With Greg & Jill at their friends house — 12 years ago
Mitzi Inglis
Marketing/Public Relations, Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Lots of life left in this wine. What a treat. From 3 liter. #josephphelps biased review — 9 years ago