Decanted at 12:30pm, poured about an ounce. Going on tawny, rather transparent (expected a deeper body), muted nose of cherry, raspberry, mint, orange peel. Was tight, as expected. Left it alone for a couple hours; at 2:30, not much had changed except a little smoke, nutmeg, and thyme showing up, with a nice whiff of springtime violets.
It's 5:30 now, the tannins have mellowed, it's opened up a bit. The red fruits are less forward. I'm getting some nice purple plums and blackberries, a bit of mushroom, a hint of licorice.
This is a nice wine, but it isn't one I'll get again. For $120 USD, there are others I like better. I'm just a tad disappointed: the finish isn't compelling and it just doesn't seem as well-balanced or complex as I like at this price point. I'm not sophisticated enough to know what it's lacking–or if it's just me who is lacking.
by reesemulligan
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You can see the rest of the cork in the bottle. Was Ah! So much a tribulation!