1998 Perrin Reserve CDR and 1998 Foppiano Petite Dirah

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Went back 60 days and couldn't find a post for either so am doin'-it. The Perrin is one of the best of the Cotes I've had. Slightly more concentrated than the Parrallel 45 and with the smokey, bacon, deep fruits I likes in my Syrahs( Although this suckers 60% Grenache,20% Syrah and 10% each of Mourvedre and Cinsault). Has a lovely entry and a solid center and finish. A great value at 9.59 in case lots. The Foppiano is one of those orphan wines that are still being made by some of the old-timers in Sonoma whose vines are older than Bucko.( YEP! REALLY ) What a super concentrated PS this baby is. Huge nose of Pepper, Cinnamon, All-Spice and a hint of clove with deep berry and cocoa coming up. This Bugger plays to a standing ovation of the taste-buds from the first sip till it's silky finish. At 13.99 in cases I'll arrange for 2 more to inhabit the WWs' cellar for a few weeks. Best PS I've tasted since the 78 Stags Leap Winerys. WW