2002 Walter Hansel, Russian River Valley, The South Slope, PN

[TheEngineer]

Wow....This is not your typical light PN. This thing is loaded with flavors.

Red and black cherry on the nose along with spices and wood. On taste, the first thing you notice is the density of flavors, as dense as it is dark (nearly could not see through it). Some cola with some earth and other darf fruits. This is a dense and full-bodied wine with lots of stuffing and a bit hot at the end and noticeable acidity. Will need some time to come together but this should be pretty good. $39 by the bottle.

[This message has been edited by TheEngII (edited 09-03-2005).]