TN: 2017 Rippon Mature Vine PN

1 hour decant

Dark ruby…

Even after an hour, this is still not showing much
Dusty cherries, raspberry, some earth…good acidity, medium-bodied, medium finish

JS 99, VN 94
Huh?

I’m simply NOT getting those scores
90 pts more like it

Night 2
The nose has opened nicely…greater volume of cherry/raspberry…with a snappy, citrus tang to it
Medium plus body and finish…better acidity, some snap…but quite youthful, lacking development
91-92 pts

Overall, for $60, while quite good on Night 2, NOT a re-buy