94 points Robert Parker: "This highly-focused wine exhibits a deep ruby/purple hue in addition to a beautiful bouquet of black raspberries, blueberries, camphor, spring flowers, and spice box. With superb concentration, a hint of minerals, and a lovely textured mouthfeel, it should be approachable in 5-6 years, and age easily for two decades or more." (04/08) 92 points Wine Spectator: "Beautiful chocolate and blackberry aromas and flavors follow through to a full body, with soft, round tannins and a long, long finish. Best after 2011." (03/08) 90-93 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Very sophisticated wine with a sneaky penetrating quality and excellent mouth coverage. Finishes with fine, toothcoating tannins and subtle persistence. An excellent vintage for this St. Emilion..." According to the Wine Spectator: "Aromas of blackberry, cherry and chocolate follow through to a medium- to-full body, with fine tannins and a medium finish..." (03/06) K&L's barrel tasting notes - Sweet palate entry. Big and new world but in balance. (Clyde Beffa, K&L Bordeaux buyer)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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