97 Scherrer Shale Terrace & Old and Mature Vines

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My ole friend Mike and his Bro had lunch Fri and had the above, along with a 95 which combined the fruit from both vineyards Both 97s are developing nicely. Yje Old& has deep brooding black fruits with white pepper and a touch of nutmeg. The tannins are rounding so the explosive fruit is starting to emerge.Another 2 years will civilize this big hooter. The Shale is feminine in style with a soft, volupturous nose of brite red cherries and rose petals and an entry that`s un-zin-like,or atypical. A lush mouth-feel and a strong center and finish cover the rounded tannins. This seductive bottle will also need caressing again in another 2. The 95 was a 2-year-older marriage of the above. A marvelously satisfying bottle that was at the top of its` game. WW