Tag: Wine
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Penfolds – 2002 St Henri Shiraz
Even after 6 hours decanting time this wine is still very tight and closed up. The nose is fragrant savoury smells along with liquorice, some dark berry – I’ve smelt this before but am unsure what is it. A dash of clove along with some Chocolatey characteristics. On the palate – there is fruit starts…
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d’Arenberg – “Galvo Garage” – Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot (2003)
Left to decant for 2.5 hours before trying. Nose – The initial overpowering smell of black currants and other red fruit have blown off – they are there but much more muted. HInts of mint and freshly opened liquorice (black) here. Very subtle hints of a forest fire miles away whilst you’re standing in a…