Rating: 94-95 - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 99, November/December 2001 ($295) Full medium ruby. Sexy, high-pitched aromas of cassis, plum, violet, minerals and clove oil. Wonderfully sweet and lush but with superb grip and vinosity, thanks to ripe, harmonious acidity. Already shows explosive inner-mouth flavors of dark berries, minerals and bitter chocolate. Finishes with superb length and sweetness. Sure to be the best vintage for Pingus since the great...

Rating: 98/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 136

Rating: 98/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 136 on Aug-01

Rating for Spain-Vinos de la Tierra (VdlT)-Ribera del Duero: 88 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>