Poured into a decanter to remove sediment prior to service; enjoyed over the course of several hours. The 1986 pours a garnet color with a near opaque core; medium viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes of cassis, dried blackberries, green bell pepper, tobacco, dried purple flowers, earth and fine cool and warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium (integrated) tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. A solid but somewhat demure showing, particularly in the midpalate. Drink now.
Poured into a decanter to remove sediment prior to service; enjoyed over the course of several hours. The 1986 pours a garnet color with a near opaque core; medium viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes of cassis, dried blackberries, green bell pepper, tobacco, dried purple flowers, earth and fine cool and warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium (integrated) tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. A solid but somewhat demure showing, particularly in the midpalate. Drink now.
Jun 6th, 2026
Christmas brunch with special meaning. My Opus collecting started with this 1986 in late 1980s bought by mistake by my future wife. The marriage is a 10 and the wine today about an 8. Prosecco San Venanzio Fortunato where I visited with my son this summer. An excellent wine. A day of traditions with memorable wines.
Christmas brunch with special meaning. My Opus collecting started with this 1986 in late 1980s bought by mistake by my future wife. The marriage is a 10 and the wine today about an 8. Prosecco San Venanzio Fortunato where I visited with my son this summer. An excellent wine. A day of traditions with memorable wines.
Dec 25th, 2014
Napa Valley, California, USA
