"The 1998 is an extraordinary effort, and from a purely hedonistic standpoint, probably my favorite Jacques Perrin (no doubt because of the high percentage of Grenache). It is an intense, full-bodied wine filled with notes of kirsch liqueur as well as an incredibly silky, expansive mouthfeel. It is one of the few vintages that was ready to drink within 3-4 years of the vintage, yet it is capable of lasting for three decades. It may not represent exactly what brothers Francois and Jean-Pierre Perr...

Bright saturated ruby. Confectionery aromas of cherry liqueur and roasted meat. A wine of extraordinary density; incredibly thick but, in comparison to the basic '98 Beaucastel bottling, this has more...

Rating: (94-96) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 125 on Oct-99

Rating: 94/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 08/31/02

lovely nose young and floral. first sip comes with intense sweetness but the balance is absent and finishes a bit stark. this is after opening for 4 hours. disappointing.