Seemed to be getting close to the ole’ down-hill slope for the 00s so took this to the club for lunch yesterday. Brite ruby with no bricking. Great nose with the red berries, spices, barny, and some smoky meat that all came over on the palate. About as complete as a domestic Pinot gets. Keen bottle and surprising for the vintage. VB
The reason I opened the High Plains 00 is that I had opened the 3rd bottle of the 99 a couple of months ago and it is really needs another 2-4 IMHO. Haven’t gotten into anything past this 00 but will open an 01 shortly. VB (This was before I came on the board here)