1994 Petit Village
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Thankfully, beginning with the 1996 vintage, the highly-talented Michel Rolland has been brought in to work his magic with this well-placed Pomerol property. As the following tasting notes attest, this wine has not been living up to its potential. Medium dark ruby-colored, with a straightforward, earthy, spicy, curranty, and cherry-scented nose, this dull, hard wine lacks intensity, ripeness, and length. Drink it over the next 6-7 years.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Good deep color. Oak spice, cassis and a floral nuance on the nose. Subtle black fruit flavor on the palate. Persistent finish avoids the greenness shown by the '94.
About the producer
Positioned at the heart of the Pomerol appellation, this château comprises a single 10.5-hectare plot of vines, with one of the highest proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon in the region.