2002 Marojallia
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Good ruby-red. Redcurrant, leather and smoky oak on the aromatic nose. Sweet and smooth but a bit featureless today, with notes of graphite, minerals, leather and smoke. With good but not outstanding density, the tannins come across as a bit dusty and drying. In a subdued stage at present, and not displaying much personality.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Robert Parker
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This is a very fine effort, although like many 2002s it has completely closed down. It boasts a deep ruby/purple color, medium to full body, high, firm tannin, and sweet notes of creosote, black currants, and flowers. It is a full, classically made, structured wine for long-term cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020+ Although this small vineyard is owned by the Porcheron family, Marojallia is the garage operation of Jean-Luc Thunevin and his wife Murielle. Sadly, production is usually less than 500 cases.
Bright ruby-red. Aromas of blackberry, espresso, violet, minerals and tar. Intensely flavored and penetrating, with blackberry, spice and mineral flavors. This has lost a good bit of its baby fat but has gained shape in barrel. Finishes persistent and firm, with a slight hard edge owing more to the wine's bright acids than to its tannins.
Very rich and thick and marginally more convincing than the wine below because it is possible to discern some fruit but the finish is pure ink. (JR)