We’ve had this for yonks, as we would say in England. The nose displays lovely black cherries along with tertiary notes of tobacco and cedar. Ethereal on the palate. So many layers and complexity. Perfect weight and balance. Finishes with kirsch and great tannins - brilliant effort.
We’ve had this for yonks, as we would say in England. The nose displays lovely black cherries along with tertiary notes of tobacco and cedar. Ethereal on the palate. So many layers and complexity. Perfect weight and balance. Finishes with kirsch and great tannins - brilliant effort.
Apr 22nd, 2018
Decanted for 3 hours. Medium to deep ruby. Nose is coated in dark black and red berries. Pretty well integrated and plush on the palate. A little alcohol on the palate but not over whelming at all. Nice furriness in texture. Lots of dark stewed berries on the palate. Moderate tannins (5.5/10) with a medium plus body. A little alcohol in the light finish too. Might need a little more to blow that off. Drink till 2020.
Decanted for 3 hours. Medium to deep ruby. Nose is coated in dark black and red berries. Pretty well integrated and plush on the palate. A little alcohol on the palate but not over whelming at all. Nice furriness in texture. Lots of dark stewed berries on the palate. Moderate tannins (5.5/10) with a medium plus body. A little alcohol in the light finish too. Might need a little more to blow that off. Drink till 2020.
Nov 1st, 2016
2005
Jan 20th, 20192005
Jul 21st, 2017
Very intense juice. Mellowed significantly after about an hour after opening to reveal a silky mouthfeel with bright berries, oak, and peppery goodness. Nice effort.
Very intense juice. Mellowed significantly after about an hour after opening to reveal a silky mouthfeel with bright berries, oak, and peppery goodness. Nice effort.
Mar 26th, 2017
I'm so grateful my wife introduced me to this wine many years ago-has always been a consistent and solid fine wine.
I'm so grateful my wife introduced me to this wine many years ago-has always been a consistent and solid fine wine.
Dec 25th, 2016
Bought several bottles of this wine in 2008... It has stood the test of time... taste just as good as the first time.
Bought several bottles of this wine in 2008... It has stood the test of time... taste just as good as the first time.
Sep 14th, 2016
Really fruity even after 11 years. Has some nice earthiness and must.
Really fruity even after 11 years. Has some nice earthiness and must.
Jan 23rd, 2016
Nice, but didn't make it the next day
Nice, but didn't make it the next day
Feb 8th, 2015
Allow it to open up and it softens beautifully. Great fruit and well balanced. Easy to drink. If you are daring enough put in a blender or vitamix and blend it for about 30 seconds and it tastes great
Allow it to open up and it softens beautifully. Great fruit and well balanced. Easy to drink. If you are daring enough put in a blender or vitamix and blend it for about 30 seconds and it tastes great
Jan 28th, 2015
Napa Valley, California, USA
