From 75cl, perfect cork, decanted 1 hour, a teaspoon of powdery sediment. Dark purple with some orange at the outer rim. Previously tasted on 24.02.2004 at the Chateau, this has either been transformed by cellar time or they put the wrong label on this particular bottle (which I severely doubt). Inital blueberry essence on scent, later classic blackcurrant, cedar etc. Fabulously concentrated, wide-open Cabernet Sauvignon entry with an astonishing depth of fruit - acid - textural perspective. Vibrant, tingling finish and minutes-long aftertaste (zing! zing!) By far the finest 2002 I have yet tasted (and I went long on 2002 en primeur), a gorgeous, hedonistic Pauillac. If you can find a bottle in good condition, fasten your seat belt. A bargain at 35 EUR. 94P
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2/14/2019 - honest bob wrote: 94 Points
From 75cl, perfect cork, decanted 1 hour, a teaspoon of powdery sediment. Dark purple with some orange at the outer rim. Previously tasted on 24.02.2004 at the Chateau, this has either been transformed by cellar time or they put the wrong label on this particular bottle (which I severely doubt). Inital blueberry essence on scent, later classic blackcurrant, cedar etc. Fabulously concentrated, wide-open Cabernet Sauvignon entry with an astonishing depth of fruit - acid - textural perspective. Vibrant, tingling finish and minutes-long aftertaste (zing! zing!) By far the finest 2002 I have yet tasted (and I went long on 2002 en primeur), a gorgeous, hedonistic Pauillac. If you can find a bottle in good condition, fasten your seat belt. A bargain at 35 EUR. 94P
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12/23/2018 - favorito Likes this wine: 92 Points
Perfect. On the peak. Decanted 2h. Like a famous Pauillac.
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5/27/2017 - favorito Likes this wine: 92 Points
Each time a big surprise. Perfect Pauillac. Decanted and after 3 hours a perfect harmony, mature tannins and long on the palate.
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9/19/2016 - bin905 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Very elegant, integrated, somewhat lean on the palate, solid structure, good acidity, finishes with energy. Seems like it is in a really good place.
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3/4/2016 - bin905 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Pretty spice and floral scent. Elegant, black cherry, black tea, mineral and anise flavor with plentiful smooth tannins.
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