Critics Ratings

‘This is probably the finest example of this cuvee since the 2003. Made from 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah and the rest Mourvèdre, destemmed and aged in a mix of foudre, old barrels and small amounts of new barrels, it offers terrific purity in its black raspberry and cassis fruits, melted licorice and cured meat aromas and flavors. With full-bodied richness, beautiful mid-palate density and no hard edges, it’s a joy to drink today but will certainly keep for another decade or more.’ - Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, 95/100 (Feb 2017)

'Sweet and spice and all things nice: red cherry fruit, classy vanilla with a twist of pepper and tactile tannins. Violets and talc on the finish with persistent persistence.' - Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17/20 (Sep 2009)

‘Lush and inviting, with crushed plum, currant and blackberry fruit flavors laid over velvety tannins. The long, graphite- and licorice-filled finish glides along beautifully, with solid grip in reserve. Best from 2010 through 2024.’ - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 93/100 (Oct 2009)

'Vivid ruby. Powerful, ripe scents of red and dark berry compote, cola, licorice and fruitcake. Broad, sweet dark berry flavors show a distinctly warm, liqueur-like personality but betray no rough edges. This has put on considerable weight since last year and displays the warm side of this vintage. The finish is creamy, sweet and very long, with echoes of cassis and mulberry. For its size and volume I find it surprisingly lively.' - Josh Raynolds, Vinous, 92/100 (Jan 2010)

Provenance

Private Client