2002 Wine

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, 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

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...

Vinous, 93 points: Good bright red. Complex, soil-inflected aromas of raspberry, espresso, minerals, smoke, flowers, mocha and roasted herbs. Silky-sweet in the way of the best examples from this outstanding premier cru, with sappy flavors...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 points: From vines dating back to 1925 and 1930, the intensely aromatic 2002 Montrachet bursts from the glass with resiny minerals, poached pears, and spices. This is a wine of great richness, breadth, and length. Its deep...

Vinous, 90 points: The 2002 l’Eglise-Clinet has a straightforward bouquet with more tertiary scents than other vintages, airy red berry fruit laced with soy and brown spices, now approaching full maturity. The palate is medium-bodied with...