The wine is full bodied, but elegant with lots of fruit when young. The wine ages very well and develops all the characteristics of a great Bordeaux. 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot.

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar on May-99

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator

Rating for France-Bordeaux-Saint-Julien: 96 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>