2002 Wine

Wine Spectator, 97 points: Impeccably balanced and silky, with finely honed acidity shaping the expansive flavors of toasted brioche, crushed blackberry, lemon preserves and honey, revealing hints of Frangelico liqueur and smoked nut. Rich and...

Wine Spectator, 93 points: A core of mineral-accented smoke, spice and honey notes is wrapped with flavors of glazed apricot, lemon preserves and candied ginger in this vibrant and well-balanced version. Creamy, with a lasting finish. Drink now...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points: (97 points) The 2002 NPU – Nec Plus Ultra Extra Brut, a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir exclusively from grand cru villages, has a golden color and opens with a beautifully complex and refined bouquet of matured...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 90 points: A beautiful success for a right bank 2002, the dedication and perfectionism of the Perses is evident in this medium to full-bodied, deep ruby/purple-tinged offering. Sweet aromas of mocha, black cherries, cassis, and...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 points: (RP90-92 points) Rated, no tasting note given. - Robert Parker

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 points: Along with Petrus, Clos l’Eglise is one of the finest wines of the vintage in Pomerol. Its deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by a sumptuous perfume of mocha, fudge, vanilla, black cherries, espresso, and plums, a...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 96 points: This appears to be one of the great efforts from Chateau Montelena something I think I was correct about when I gave it an â_oin the bottleâ__ rating in 2006 of 95+. It is still an amazingly young wine that came from old...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 99 points: After the 1995, 1996, 1998 and 2000 vintages, the 2002 Blanc de Noirs Brut Clos d’Ambonnay is the fifth edition of this splendid but rare and expensive Pinot Noir. Sourced in a tiny, walled 0.68-hectare (1.7-acre) plot on...

Wine & Spirits, 100 points: If a wine could ever make you want to pull the top down on your '68 Ferrari convertible, rip off the rearview mirror and take off, this is it. It has a different kind of energy than the '02 Cristal Rosé, which is more...

Wine Spectator, 95 points: The scent of chanterelles sautéing in butter leads into a racy dessert white sporting orange marmalade dried pear and quince notes that just won't quit. Great balance and expressive with a mouthwatering finish. Drink now...