From vines of 50 to 100 years of age situated in Epointures, Combe du Dessus and Les Marchais aged in 65% new wood and vinified with <65% of the stems.
A ripe nose features notes of black cherry, cassis and plum that are given added lift from the copious floral nuances. There is simply incredible concentration to the round and suave medium weight plus flavors that possess a velvety mouth feel on the powerful, precise and superbly focused and persistent finish. This explosive effort delivers knockout quality for its level. Drink 2022+
90-93 points Allen Meadows burghound.com January 2012