Andrew Lohse

8.9

Iron, red berries, mulch. Vanilla. Grippy tannins. Dry, eminent, long finish. — 8 years ago

Greg Gregory

9.8

It was a bit of a cheeky lark. We wanted to see if at this age, Pinot was so distinguishable from Cabernet and Merlot. No one in our eminent group pegged this as a Burgundy. That aside, the bottle was in brilliant shape, as was the wine. The aromatics were a little subdued (at that age, wouldn't you be?), but on the palate its tannic structure was remarkable, enough acidity to dance with the fruit, which while clearly receding, still had a juicy attractive vigor to it. Not a model of finesse perhaps, but a lovely confection of blackberry, smoky cherry and some intriguing earthiness on the alluringly balanced finale. And it has just transcended its years in so much of its marvelous appeal. — 9 years ago

Victor Ordóñez

10

Incredible balance, very sweet with good acidity. Fruity, aromatics, complexity. First Spanish wine served at a Nobel Prize Dinner. Leader in the resurgence of Malaga as a pre-eminent winemaking region. — 10 years ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.7

Unbelievably complex bouquet, rich and voluptuous, yet highly detailed and refined. Coppergold in colour, alcohol is beautifully wrapped in eminent fruit and luxurious nuances of evolution. Fantastic 97/100 — 11 years ago

James Rasch

8.9

A nice Cabernet - Merlot blend of eminent character & balance. Soft, smooth finish thanks to the Merlot. Blend had lesser amounts of Syrah & 6 other grapes so this is actually a Bordeaux. Blending adds complexity of flavor, including mixed berry jam, pepper & nuts.
JIM & LINDA REALLY ENJOYED THIS ONE! — 8 years ago

Michael Horkay

9.0

Ready and drinking wonderful. This lovely wine shows no flavor that is pre eminent. This Sauterne is full of ripe apricot and figs. Yummy wine. — 10 years ago

Lewis Chester

9.3

2006 vintage. Wow. What a nose on this wine. Full concentration, eminent nose, very complex, peppery, spicy, mulberries, some menthol, dark chocolate, and a leathery, horse tan aroma. Some earthy aromas, but not rustic by any means. On the palate, wonderful texture - silky and smooth. Great acidity. Medium tannin - becomes chalky after 15 seconds. Good concentrated finish. Very, very good. NB: with air, there's a rose / violet floral aroma developing. More blackcurrant creme, with farmyard shit aroma in the background. Lovely! — 10 years ago

John T

9.0

This is a great red. I let air for 5 hours. Very smooth. Full of fruit. Surprised how low a rating it has received. — 8 years ago

Jeffrey Davies

9.4

Remarkable rosé by virtue of its pale color, complex aromas of red berry fruit underscored by mineral, terroir-driven, notes. These impressions are confirmed on the palate where the wine is fresh, lithe, and balanced. The relatively low alcohol is a welcome relief, contributing to this wine's eminent drinkability. The best rosé I've enjoyed in quite awhile! — 9 years ago

Brett Jones

8.9

Deep ruby, spices and blackberries, dry, soft tannins, juicy, well structured and full of flavour. An eminently drinkable young Cru Beaujolais from an eminent young producer. — 10 years ago

Daniel Toral

Sommelier Lippi Restaurants

9.0

The structure of the vintage is eminent. Tannins are massive, need more time. — 11 years ago