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A showy, fleshy youngster, showing supple currant, anise and blackberry, with hints of mocha. Intense and concentrated. The flavors are long and persistent on the finish, with firm but ripe tannins that let the flavors push through. Best from 2008 through 2014. 1,600 cases made.
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Firm in texture, supporting an impressive superstructure of flavor, offering ripe cherry, currant and black olive flavors that lope along gently through the long finish. Best from 2008 through 2014. 600 cases made.
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Gorgeous aromas of tropical fruit, honey and light caramel follow through to a full-bodied palate, with a solid core of bright acidity and a long finish. Loads going on. Best after 2006. 2,250 cases made.
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Concentrated plum and berry flavors, with some dusty and mineral notes, are the hallmarks of this muscular red. Peppery and meaty notes on the finish. Drink now. 13,000 cases made.
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Dark, rich, dense and loamy. Reduced now, but has great structure, with loads of ripe, concentrated blackberry and huckleberry flavors that are complex and expansive, finishing with a burst of flavor and ample tannins. Drink now through 2013.
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Creamy texture, with nice focus to the lemon zest, chamomile, pear and green almond notes. Sweet, but elegant finish, with nice lingering acidity. Drink now. 1,500 cases made.
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Soft, plush and clean, with plum, cherry, vanilla and cocoa notes followed by a round, fresh finish. Drink now. 25,000 cases made.
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Expressive and concentrated, with candied lime, vanilla and cream flavors mingling with the lively structure. Firm and sleek for a 2005, with a long, creamy aftertaste. Best from 2008 through 2020. 300 cases made.
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