Rating: 92(+?) - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 96, May/June 2001 Deep ruby. Vibrant, high-pitched aromas of dark berries, iron, leather and fresh blood. Very firm and lively on the attack; dense but bright, with wild flavors of dark berries, minerals and game. Not quite as silky as the 2000 but sharply delineated and very long on the aftertaste, which hints at maple syrup and dark chocolate. Firm tannins coat the teeth.

The heat and irregular climate strongly influenced the 1998 vintage. Full-bodied, with full, velvety tannins but a racy and powerful finish that goes on and on. Alcohol: 12.70%

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 134

Rating: (92-94) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 128 on Apr-00

Rating: 98/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 01/31/01

Rating for France-Bordeaux-Pomerol: 96 (excellent)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>