89
points
Domaine les Pallières 2003 Red (Gigondas)
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$35
Shows the hot character of the vintage in its extreme ripeness and dense, fudge-like texture. Chocolate and date flavors dominate, but there’s also a leavening of leather and spice to provide complexity as well as plentiful but supple tannins. Could use more freshness, but still has great appeal. Drink now–2015.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)