It’s
always a special treat to pull out a Texas 2011 wine (from the great drought
year) to see how it’s progressing. This 12-year-old bottle seems to be aging
nicely. The cork was well intact (a good sign) with no funky smells (an even
better sign). Aged in French oak for 24 months, the dark fruit is still rich in
aromas and flavors for this red wine. It is starting to drink a little smoother
with a touch of smoke. It has just the right balance of acids and tannins right
now for an enjoyable sipping session. You can keep holding this one if you like
and taste its continually evolving structure for the next few years. Cheers!
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