(94 - 97 points) This wine is produced from 51-56 year old vines and aged in 3 new barrels (2 Troncais, 1 Allier). It displays a black color and amazingly expressive aromas of syrupy blackberries, Asian spices, stones...
(94 - 97 points) This wine is produced from 51-56 year old vines and aged in 3 new barrels (2 Troncais, 1 Allier). It displays a black color and amazingly expressive aromas of syrupy blackberries, Asian spices, stones, briars, rosemary, and hoisin sauce. This blockbuster is a serious and intellectual wine yet maintains a great deal of its sensual nature. Velvety black fruits, metals, and juicy cherries can be found in this sublimely delineated yet thick wine. Powerful, graceful, muscular, elegant, concentrated, perfectly-balanced, and intensely flavorful, this magnificent wine should age extraordinarily well. Projected maturity: 2005-2014+. Bravo!- PR