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97 NM.
"Tasted at the Robert Mondavi Cabernet Reserve vertical. A similar hue to the 1976: exceptionally clear. The nose is very expressive, a bouquet with open arms, touches of molasses once again, peppermint, nutmeg and hint of lemongrass. Beautiful definition. The palate is medium-bodied, very fine tannins, perhaps more so than the 1976 although it does not have quite the same depth of concentration and complexity. But there is a compelling core of dates, spice, cooked meats, citrus lemon and candied orange peel. This is as good as any mature Claret I have tasted of similar age. Awesome." Neal Martin, Wine Journal, Nov 2009 |