A blockbuster of a wine, very dense, packed with medicinal flavors and notes imparted by wood aging. It shows the solid structure of the 2008 vintage, and certainly needs aging.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
A severe wine whose tannins show no sign of softening yet. Very mineral in texture, with black currants and dark-fruit skins, it is structured and concentrated, and should pair well with rich foods.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
With the structure of 2007, this is a firmly textured wine, with its fruits hanging off its firm tannins. Bright acidity and black-currant flavors lend interest.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
A rossignol is a nightingale, an increasingly rare bird but one found in Cahors. The wine certainly sings with its attractive red fruits, soft tannins and bright acidity. With its fruit character, it is ready to drink.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)
A big black wine that is powered by its tannins and dark fruits and raisins. The texture is open and soft, probably a product of the hot 2003 vintage. A lighter bottle would be an advantage.
— R.V.
(3/1/2011)
Licorice and dark chocolate flavors combine with blackberry to give a smooth, balanced wine. A herbal undertow yields a green and stalky finish.
— R.V.
(6/1/2012)