2006 Hermitage
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The 2006 Hermitage offers classic notes of black cherries, leather, smoked herbs and pepper, but possesses a savory edge on the palate, with some worrisome bright acidity causing the tannin to seem more coarse and dry than I'd expect from a 2006 Hermitage. Nevertheless, it has a vibrant, youthful color and medium+-bodied richness and depth through the mid-palate, and a good finish. However, owners will need to monitor its overall acid/tannin balance over the coming 7-8 years.
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Josh Raynolds
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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Inky violet color. Ripe cherry and cassis aromas are complemented by cocoa, violet and licorice nuances. Juicy, spicy and well-delineated, with an alluring sweetness to its dark fruit preserve flavors. Silky tannins build with air and add grip to a firm, impressively persistent finish.