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International Wine Cellar
Author: Stephen Tanzer
Issue: Issue 120
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($50-$58) Good deep ruby-red. Inky aromas of currant, black cherry, minerals and smoky oak. Tightly wound but not at all hard. The flavors of black fruits, minerals and graphite are enlivened by bright acidity (3.56 grams). A very classy wine with sneaky depth of flavor, in a distinctly cooler style than the 2003 but built to age.
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Jancis Robinson
Author: Jancis Robinson
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Very lively and transparent and charming and gorgeous!!! Just so racy and a good interpretation of the vintage. Neat and with a sound finish - really lovely and complete.
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Wine Advocate
Author: Robert Parker
Issue: 158
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One of the best wines of the vintage, this is a classic Pauillac that is a blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Petit Verdot. Dense ruby/purple in color with a glorious nose of melted licorice, lavender, barbecue smoke, black currants, and graphite, the wine is tannic, classically structured with an opaque ruby/purple color, beautiful definition, and a 1996-ish personality. This deep, full-bodied, elegant yet powerful 2002 should age handsomely for over two decades. Some patience will be required since this vintage exhibits more muscle and virility than normal.
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Wine Spectator
Author: James Suckling
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Aromas of blackberries, cassis with fresh mushrooms and licorice. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, refined finish. Slightly austere now but should come around very nicely. 15,830 cases made.
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