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The unfiltered raw is the best tasting 2023 39 I've ever tasted, but I'm curious to see what the fire-aged version is like.
The aroma isn't as spectacular as the unfiltered draft, but there's a distinct pineapple acidity, very fruity and delicious!
The flavor is clear and mellow, with a sweet and savory taste that is not too different from 2022, but with the addition of a fresh but gentle pineapple acidity that gives it a slightly sweet and sour taste that is very tasty!
The balance of the acidity is especially great, and it is easy to drink, not too sour, although it has a strong assertion against the rather rich sweetness.
After four years of drinking 39, I feel like I've gone from a slightly over-sweetened taste with too much rice, to a clearer, less cloying taste, and now with this 2023, I feel like I've finally reached a point of perfection with the addition of good acidity.
I can't wait to see where it will evolve towards next!
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