Roederer Cristal - 2014 (750ml) Nero d'Avola which gave rise to questions

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Sweet Christmas fruitcake characteristics emerge from this magnificent Dominus that finished at 14

the initial stripping run produces low wines at around 60 proof (30% ABV) and then the spirit run produces new make whiskey at around 150 proof (75% ABV)

The 1989 has taken forever to shed its formidable tannins

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Roederer Cristal - 2014 (750ml) Nero d'Avola which gave rise to questionsThis vivid Champagne shows up front and linear definition, thanks to rapierlike acidity, with finely meshed flavors of ripe black cherry and mandarin orange fruit, raw almond, anise and cardamom spice as well as a touch of honeycomb, which all unfurl and expand on the fine, creamy palate. Sleek acidity continues through to the finish, with additional racy character provided by a streak of minerally saline and chalk, which gains momentum through the