94
points
Domaine des Relagnes 2003 Les Petits Pieds d'Armand Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
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$68
These pieds are the 100-year-old vines whose fruit goes into this wine. And Armand is the father of the present owner, Henri Boiron. With all that said, this is a fine wine, smooth, rich, generous and full of juicy black plum and wood flavors as well as pepper. Imported by Wines of France.
— R.V.
(12/31/2005)
89
points
Domaine des Relagnes 2003 Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
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$29
A deliciously fruity wine which is in a style that will develop easily and well. Fine perfumes are followed by red fruits, a touch of herbal character and some firm tannins. The wine hangs together well, with fine acidity topping it out. Imported by Wines of France.
— R.V.
(12/31/2005)