Steindorfer St Laurent Reserve 2006

Twenty years in the bottle has really mellowed it nicely — the sweet spice notes come through more than I expected, and the finish is silky smooth. A real treat for anyone who likes mature reds.

The ripe cherry and raspberry notes are beautifully balanced with that sweet spice, making it a treat for Pinot Noir fans. I’m impressed by how smooth it drinks after all these years.

Twenty years in the bottle really shows here—the ripe red cherry and raspberry notes are still vibrant, but that sweet spice on the finish has mellowed into something beautifully integrated. It drinks like a much more delicate Pinot Noir than I expected, with a soft, lingering texture that made the