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RE: Speaking of ageing wines...

Posted by triodesteve on January 30, 2017 at 19:18:23:
12 years isn't that old. But it all depends on the winemaking style. A wine picked late with super high ripeness (and the high PH to go along with it) doesn't stand a chance. Sadly thats most of new world today.
Wines with lots of acidity seem to do better. Ever taste a GAYA? Of course it will last forever.. its all acid. I haven't tasted my 2005 Syrah in a year or so, but last time I did it was still going strong. My 2006 Cab Sauv still has many years left. To be truthful I was as surprised as anyone....and I cheerfully admit it to customers.