Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

‘As one would expect given the super-hot vintage conditions this is extremely ripe though it stops short of displaying roasted fruit on the markedly spicy, plum and violet-inflected nose that presently exhibits virtually no secondary nuances. The dense, powerful and robust flavors possess huge size and weight before terminating in a palate coating finish that delivers impressive length. While this is a first-rate 2003, I can't say that it appeals to me. That said, quality is quality and style is style and this is undeniably a wine of quality whether it appeals to me or not.’ - Allen Meadows, Burghound.com, 94/100 (June 2017)

Deep ruby-red. Very reticent but pure aromas of black raspberry, minerals and menthol. Lush on entry, then precise and backward in the middle, with an almost medicinal austerity and outstanding concentration. This expands and explodes on the back end, coating the palate with black cherry, bitter chocolate and mineral flavors. A rare case of a 2003 that seems as primary as most '04s are today, and that will require extended bottle aging. One of the early superstars of the vintage.’ - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 95+/100 (March 2006)