2001 DeLille Cellars Syrah Doyenne

Community Tasting Notes (25) Avg Score: 90.4 points

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  9/22/2020 - Oenecnist wrote:

  Bought a few at the winery about 17 years ago, probably around 30/b. Decanted with normal sediment for its age. Dark purple; very mature red fruit nose, esp plums, that follows on the palate, portlike mouthfeel--not always a good thing, better with food. Probably more to my taste several years ago. Stored horizontally in a cool, dark basement since purchase. My evaluation: For me, scores on a "100-point scale" are misleading. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. This is notable- when considering quality, age, and price.

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  11/27/2014 - Falco203 wrote: 88 Points

  Garnett red. Soft in the mouth. Nice balanced structure but clearly on the downward slide.

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  11/12/2013 - rfras Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Drink up if holding - it is starting to fade.

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  5/29/2011 - mcubed wrote: 92 Points

  Great dark fruit, long finish. Opened and decanter for 2 hours. Excellent match with rosemary/garlic marinated leg of lamb.

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  5/22/2011 - rfras wrote: 90 Points

  Still drinking well. Similar to my last tasting note.

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