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2005 Mollydooker Shiraz The Boxer - Australia, South Australia, McLaren Vale / Padthaway (2/10/2010)
Am very suprised at how this is ageing. The nose is a 94-95 points with the oak not fully integrated. The taste as expected was a bit heavy with minimal nuance and big flavors. I didn’t get to drink but a few sips as it disappeared (the partygoers loved it). Tiresome after a glass or two? Maybe? I’ll find out next time. (92 pts.) -
2006 Calera Chardonnay Mount Harlan - USA, California, Central Coast, Mount Harlan (2/10/2010)
Day 1 this Chardonnay was good (half bottle drank); Day 2 it was excellent. Stylish, all the components were in balance. (92 pts.) -
2004 Domaine de Beaurenard (Paul Coulon et Fils) Côtes du Rhône Villages Rasteau - France, Rhône, Southern Rhône, Côtes du Rhône Villages Rasteau (2/10/2010)
This is an excellent Cotes du Rhone Rasteau. Easily has a couple more years. Definetly my bargain of the year at $5.99 closeout. Hid its 14.5% alchohol well. Glad I bought the case without testing. (90 pts.) -
2006 Laurent Martray Brouilly “Corentin” - France, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Brouilly (2/10/2010)
Bright cherry fruits with crisp acidity, this bottle is at it’s peak. It is a delight to drink. One hour after opening it was singing with the fruit, acidity and mineral component all in balance. 4 hours later it was very drinkable but lost nuance. Day 2 it was ok. I’m so glad I discovered non-Georges Duboeuf Cru Beaujolais in the $18-$30 range. (90 pts.)
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