I’m back from the cellar and can honestly say I’m a bit confused and disappointed. The 2009 reds were simply not tasting all that exciting today. Still, wines do go through these dull periods, especially post SO2 addition (check) and when eager for a racking (check). After agonizing for a bit I simply decided not to decide.

I’ll go back in a week or two and we’ll see if they are friendlier. I may also draw off some samples and let them rest/breathe for a day before subjecting them to more critical evaluation.

Or maybe it’s just me. Or the weather.

On a positive note, the Viognier/Marsanne is tasting fabulously of peaches and cream, and the 2008 Velocity is a joy.