96 Vinous
93 Robert Parker
The 1996 Cote Rotie La Landonne was herbaceous early in life, but is now revealing a black olive/tapenade, melted asphalt character in its smoky, earthy, animal, blackberry, leathery fruit. A masculine, full-bodied offering, with more tannin, it will be drinkable relatively soon. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018.
93 Robert Parker
The 1996 Cote Rotie La Landonne was herbaceous early in life, but is now revealing a black olive/tapenade, melted asphalt character in its smoky, earthy, animal, blackberry, leathery fruit. A masculine, full-bodied offering, with more tannin, it will be drinkable relatively soon. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018.
92 Wine Spectator
Woody, dark-colored, intense style of Syrah, medium- to full-bodied, with grip in the midpalate and ripe tannins. Rich, thick and concentrated, offering mucho red and blackberry character. Finishes on a heavy note. Needs to age. Best from 2002 through 2010. 830 cases made
92 Wine Spectator
Woody, dark-colored, intense style of Syrah, medium- to full-bodied, with grip in the midpalate and ripe tannins. Rich, thick and concentrated, offering mucho red and blackberry character. Finishes on a heavy note. Needs to age. Best from 2002 through 2010. 830 cases made