17 Rene Gabriel
99: Tiefes Granat mit lila Reflexen. Fein duftendes, mit Veilchen durchzogenes Bouquet, schöne Fülle, Waldbodensüsse, Brombeerengelee. Im Gaumen sehr saftig, weiche Textur, wieder diese herrlich fruchtige Brombeerennote, noch leicht aufrauhend, aber sehr guter Rückhalt. 17/20 vorbei
17 Rene Gabriel
99: Tiefes Granat mit lila Reflexen. Fein duftendes, mit Veilchen durchzogenes Bouquet, schöne Fülle, Waldbodensüsse, Brombeerengelee. Im Gaumen sehr saftig, weiche Textur, wieder diese herrlich fruchtige Brombeerennote, noch leicht aufrauhend, aber sehr guter Rückhalt. 17/20 vorbei
90 Robert Parker
This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Petit Verdot) is an outstanding effort. While very Lafite-like (although more supple and forward), it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an excellent bouquet of black fruits, smoke, earth, and minerals, supple tannin, an excellent texture, and a long, fine finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2015.
90 Robert Parker
This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Petit Verdot) is an outstanding effort. While very Lafite-like (although more supple and forward), it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an excellent bouquet of black fruits, smoke, earth, and minerals, supple tannin, an excellent texture, and a long, fine finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2015.
88 Wine Spectator
Currant bush and light earth aromas follow through to a full body, with polished tannins and a balance of currant and fresh herbs. Attractive, but a bit lean.—'88/'98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 29,165 cases made. –JS
88 Wine Spectator
Currant bush and light earth aromas follow through to a full body, with polished tannins and a balance of currant and fresh herbs. Attractive, but a bit lean.—'88/'98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 29,165 cases made. –JS