Petaluma 1994 Coonawarra Aug 04

Although the wine was decanted for over an hour, it didn’t show much but there was a little VA, it was clean and had pure blackcurrant, subtle cigar box, and mint.

Tannins have smoothed out nicely but there is a very solid backbone of them, which combined with enough balanced fruit intensity, will ensure this lasts for many years more. Finish is reasonably persistent but in an understated, clean way. Flavors are advertised on the bouquet and it is rated as Highly Recommended.

After a few hours, the wine took on weight and went from being from ample weight to being muscular and a ripe core of lovely chocolate dominated the palate. All this bodes well for a long future.

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