1999 La Grave a Pomerol
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First bottle: Looks pretty light and developed. Rather odd fungal nose. But reassuring individuality on the palate.This would definitely not appeal to modernists. Keep away from wine competitions! I gave this first bottle 15.5 but the second was much better and looks like quite a bargain. Second bottle: Much cleaner nose, and real sweetness on the palate. Pretty good and rewarding! (JR)
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Notes of sweet almonds, black cherries, and subtle herbs are found in this 1999's moderately intense, perfumed bouquet. The wine is medium-bodied, with elegance and finesse. It will be drinkable between now and 2008.
Lovely rich and silky red, with plum, berry and spicy aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a rich finish. Best after 2004. 3,330 cases made. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2002
Notes of sweet almonds, black cherries, and subtle herbs are found in this 1999's moderately intense, perfumed bouquet. The wine is medium-bodied, with elegance and finesse. It will be drinkable between now and 2008. Apr 2002, www.robertparker.com