Wow...a great example of easy, currently approachable CNP from the 98 vintage; has a bit more Syrah than usual from a CNP; decanted 1 hour before dinner; medium-to-full body with moderate tannins; easy to drink with out food, but even better with red meat; aromas of game, leather, berries, and earth; the finish last for about 20-30 seconds; texture of smooth, silkly gylercin (SP?); a mild hint of spicy; very tempting now but wait another 5-8 years; IMO 89-91; $86 at restaurant which had 100% mark up;
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