Nothing monstrous–just a classic claret. Thin and polished with decent sed, well-fruited and a gorgeous floral nose. Round and supple and showing just a perfect amount of age. An impeccable wine with several more years on it. Merry chris+mas to me!
2002 BRANDER ‘Bouchet’ Cab/CF/ME Los Olivos District Santa Ynez Valley Santa Barbara Co 13.0
Stephen McConnell 