Score: |
93+ ST. "Deep red-ruby. Initially reticent nose opened to reveal framboise, cocoa powder, violet, mocha and animal fur. Quite tightly wrapped on the palate, with firm mineral spine and spice character giving the flavors uncanny delineation for the vintage. Finishes firm but sweet, with superb, sappy flavor of spicy black raspberry. An extraordinary '97." Vinous, Mar 2000 |