Deep ruby. Explosive aromas of blackcurrant, plum, roasted coffee and saddle leather; displays a strong torrefaction aspect that suggests late-picked fruit. Thick, sweet and superripe; quite full and layered in the mouth, with somewhat rustic flavors. Finishes with firm, chewy tannins.

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In the bottle, Gruaud Larose appears to have returned to the form it possessed when I first tasted it from cask - a stylish, surprisingly civilized, medium-bodied wine without the muscle and power expected from both this terroir and vintage. It still possesses excellent density, as well as roasted herb, licorice, and black currant flavors intermixed with incense-like smells. The wine is medium to full-bodied, pure, rich, and forward.

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Harmonious and pretty. Good color, with plenty of tobacco, berry and mushroom character, a hint of iodine. Full-bodied, with polished, silky tannins and a long aftertaste of tobacco, cedar and vanilla.

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