The wine displays an intense and complex bouquet, featuring apricot jam, juniper, pine nuts, and a noticeable VA. Its powerful character, however, is somewhat diminished by a lack of acidity and a relatively short aftertaste, giving the impression of a tired wine. The absence of sufficient acidity also causes the tannins to appear more pronounced and somewhat off-balance.

Despite the wine's appearance suggesting it's in good condition, there's a suspicion that this bottle might have been affected by the russian shelling of the Wine Bureau warehouse. While these factors detract from its potential quality, the wine still maintains a certain level of goodness, albeit not at its best as one would expect from Ageno.

One of the wines that survived the destruction of Good Wine storage. I was assured that it's as good as anyone would expect it to be, but… Nope. Simple, not fascinating, easy to forget. Lots of VA, tea, and apricot. But lacks in balance and volume. Shame.

Tasting again in 3 months to check its development. It's less stressed now, and it become more open. Soaked apples, tilia honey, medicinal herbs, apricot jam, bergamot and orange peel. Sophisticated, powerful and delicious wine. It still has potential to become more deep and interesting, so going to taste it again in the future.

Skip Party #7. New release of this legendary wine. It is still very young and maybe even stressed a little. I am obliged to give it another try in few weeks at least. Sulfur dioxide requires some time of aeration, burnt oak, and then lots of flowers, orange peel, spices and acacia honey. Fresh, crispy and delicious. Much lighter than 2015, but at least not a syrup, unlike 2017.