2001 Provenance Cab. Sauv. Rutherford

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On first opening this bottle the dark purple juice had almost no fruit on the nose. After decanting and letting it sit for an hour the nose opened only slightly and after 2 hours only a tad more black fruit aromas were detected. There was minimal fruit on the entry with strong tight tannis. I served it with crusted rack of lamb (Dijon mustard, paramgiano, parsley and bread crumbs) served with roasted Butternut squash and grilled eggplant. I thought it was "ok" with the dinner but to my taste, was way overpriced and boring ($32.00 by the case, 14.5% alcohol). I bought two bottles in a mixed case purchase so I'm wondering if it was just way to early for this bottle. what are your thought?