1997 Gallo Frei Vineyard

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Opened last nite . Deep ruby and a lack of perfume at first. First sip showed lots of red and black fruit and a " Marthas " menthol that was intrusive. After 30 minutes, the menthol receded and a cassis, bakers chocolate note appeared. Another hour and this hummer started showing all its' colors. Lots of fruit, a minty note tied into a vein of all-spice gives this Frei a distinctive taste that is wrapped 'round soft, supple tannins that will carry this lovely bottling another 4-5 and hold another 7-10. Always my favorite of the Gallo vineyard bottlings. 90/92 WW. 25 per [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/biggrin.gif[/img]