SQN and Latour a Pomerol

Dinner at Nicholini's.

1999 Sine Qua Non The Marauder - this was very minerally and irony at first, almost like drinking blood in that sense! Nose was very sharp due to the high alcohol level. Notes of tar, cherry, red fruits. Very full-bodied, tannins firm but not harsh. Good balance overall.

Bought from FRW for GBP 100.

1982 Latour à Pomerol - this was double-decanted at home and kept soppered until serving. Pretty disappointed considering its showing last December. Nose was powerful with earthy, mineral, medicinal notes. Medium- to full-bodied. Tannins very smooth, although the after palate was a bit astringent. Not very much fruit on the nose.

Bought from Vinum.