Rating: 90(+?)? - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 88, January/February 2000 Full ruby-red. Black raspberry, black cherry, licorice, mocha and woodsmoke aromas; some high tones. Very rich but currently rather unforthcoming in the middle. Flavors of black cherry and shoe polish. In an awkward stage today, with a bit of edgy acidity.

Color: Deep purple red. Nose: Raspberry, a hint of violet, a touch of olive and tapenade, of rosemary, with a dominate of spice. Mouth: Full flavored, elegant, very well-structured and balanced.

Rating: (92-94) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 121 on Feb-99

Rating: 92-94 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 121

Rating: 93/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 08/31/00

Rating for France-Rhône-Côte Rôtie: 90 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>