1997 vintage. From the estate formerly known as Araujo. Was rambunctious in its infancy. Tasting it again for the first time since 2002 reveals a mature wine. Brickish, earthy nose. Light/medium body. Still has that decent acidity with a pleasant chocolate covered cherry finish. The rambunctious rating for this wine in 2002? 9.6 and I'm not one to rate things too highly. 9.6 would be my highest-rated wine (on here) of all time. It was massive and all-encompassing. Had better stuff but not often enuff.
1997 vintage. From the estate formerly known as Araujo. Was rambunctious in its infancy. Tasting it again for the first time since 2002 reveals a mature wine. Brickish, earthy nose. Light/medium body. Still has that decent acidity with a pleasant chocolate covered cherry finish. The rambunctious rating for this wine in 2002? 9.6 and I'm not one to rate things too highly. 9.6 would be my highest-rated wine (on here) of all time. It was massive and all-encompassing. Had better stuff but not often enuff.
Jan 14th, 2018
Napa Valley, California, USA
