Ron R

9.3

This is fully mature and needs to be consumed yesterday. However, still excellent. — 9 hours ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.5

This has remained steadfast since purchase. I advised @Dawn E. back in 2021 to consume her 18’s, but in this case, I was wide of the mark. Very impressive and enjoyable. Flamboyant nose of cassis, with a bold tannic structure on the mid palate. Finishes long and racy. No signs of aging and zero rush to consume. — 5 days ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

8.9

I can’t remember the last time I tasted this brand, and while it’s very approachable, it’s a total construction site. Vanilla and over-sweet brown sugar with resolved tannins. Not my cup-of-tea, but will be enjoyed by others. — 11 days ago

with Andrew and Rick

Ron R

9.5

Outstanding presentation. Supple, muscular and weighty. See my prior notes. Need to locate more of this vintage. — 3 days ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.4

This chased the Schrader and there are no prizes for coming second in any race. — 10 days ago

with Andrew and Rick

Ron R

9.4

Whoa, what a sublime presentation. Nose displays tobacco leaves, ripe cherries and a dusting of cedar.
Palate is regal - the definition of smooth. Raspberries everywhere. Immature tannins suggest that this should be left for a while. Nice weight and texture leads into a smooth maple syrup finish. Spice box also coming thru after exposure to air. Thank you, Rick.
Mens club, Pittsburgh. — 12 days ago

with Andrew and Rick

Ron R

9.4

Beautiful nose of white flowers and crème caramel. On the palate it reminds wifey of whipped cream. Seamless display with moderate acidity. Finished lush and warm. A stunner. — 3 days ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.9

Drum-tight presentation throughout. Nose presents sirop de cassis and blueberry pie. For a 15 vintage, this still presents as premature.
Palate is a dream. Laser-focused and broad shouldered. Zero tertiary notes on the palate, just rich dark fruits and muscular tannins. Yours truly had to get in on the action here. Thanks to Drew for opening up his cellar! — 10 days ago

with Andrew and Rick

Ron R

Tell-tale signs of decay and decent on the nose and palate. Not more to add… — 16 days ago

Ron R

9.3

Going back to my roots…
I cut my wine tasting teeth (so to speak) on Bdx’s like this, and the good memories come flooding back.
This is a squeaky-clean example displays little signs of age on the nose or palate. Cherries and soft tobacco on the nose give way to ripe tannins and bright acidity on the mid palate. Blueberries and plums are the dominant fruit notes. Expands on the palate becoming ethereal. Peaking now but could sail on for at least another 5 years or so. Predominately Merlot in this excellent blend. — 17 days ago