96 Da Robert Parker
La Conseillante made an excellent wine in 2001, another great one in 2005, and the estate hit home runs in both 2008 and, above all, in 2009. In fact, the latter vintage may well end up being the modern-day reference point for La Conseillante. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to be said for this 2000. An elegant, gentle style that is never a blockbuster, the 2000 La Conseillante has a deep ruby/plum/purple color and an unbelievably expressive nose of sweet kirsch liqueur intermixed with raspberries, incense, toast, and licorice. Full-bodied yet ethereal in the sense that it seems to combine power along with eloquence and delicacy, this is a beautifully pure wine that has just hit its plateau of full maturity, although ideally I think it would benefit strongly from another 4-5 years of bottle age and drink well for two to three decades.
96 Da Robert Parker
La Conseillante made an excellent wine in 2001, another great one in 2005, and the estate hit home runs in both 2008 and, above all, in 2009. In fact, the latter vintage may well end up being the modern-day reference point for La Conseillante. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to be said for this 2000. An elegant, gentle style that is never a blockbuster, the 2000 La Conseillante has a deep ruby/plum/purple color and an unbelievably expressive nose of sweet kirsch liqueur intermixed with raspberries, incense, toast, and licorice. Full-bodied yet ethereal in the sense that it seems to combine power along with eloquence and delicacy, this is a beautifully pure wine that has just hit its plateau of full maturity, although ideally I think it would benefit strongly from another 4-5 years of bottle age and drink well for two to three decades.
18 Da Rene Gabriel
01: Traumhaft süsses, ausladendes Dörrfrüchtebouquet, zarte Sandelholz- und Cassisnoten, Earl Grey-Duft und zarte Kräuteranklänge. Cremiger, samtener Gaumen, viel Süsse darin, wieder Cassis und auch Brombeeren, Kandissüsse im Nachhall, welcher eine fein vanillige Note in sich trägt. Endlich wieder einmal ein Conseillante in Top-Form. (19/20). 06: Erstaunlich helle Farbe, zeigt bereits erste Reifenuancen. Wuchtiges, zu Kopf steigendes, offenes, mit viel reifen Pflaumen durchsetztes Bouquet, nussige Pralinennoten, darin eine fast himbeerige Frische zeigend. Im Gaumen ebenfalls füllig, schmelzender Körper, Red Currantnoten, Lakritze und jetzt auch einen Hauch Trüffel vermittelnd, das Schöne am Wein bleibt aber die ausufernde, reife, gar kompottige Frucht die sich in roten, blauen und auch schwarzen Beeren widerspiegelt. Ein Musigny – aus Pomerol. (18/20). 13: Ich hatte ihn an einem Lunch auf La Pointe neben dem superben 2001er - aus gleichem Hause - im Glas. Der 2000er scheint jetzt reif zu sein, zeigt viel Wärme (Malagatrauben), Pralinen und Cassis. Im Finale mit feinem Himbeer-Jogurhtouch. trinken ( - 2020)
18 Da Rene Gabriel
01: Traumhaft süsses, ausladendes Dörrfrüchtebouquet, zarte Sandelholz- und Cassisnoten, Earl Grey-Duft und zarte Kräuteranklänge. Cremiger, samtener Gaumen, viel Süsse darin, wieder Cassis und auch Brombeeren, Kandissüsse im Nachhall, welcher eine fein vanillige Note in sich trägt. Endlich wieder einmal ein Conseillante in Top-Form. (19/20). 06: Erstaunlich helle Farbe, zeigt bereits erste Reifenuancen. Wuchtiges, zu Kopf steigendes, offenes, mit viel reifen Pflaumen durchsetztes Bouquet, nussige Pralinennoten, darin eine fast himbeerige Frische zeigend. Im Gaumen ebenfalls füllig, schmelzender Körper, Red Currantnoten, Lakritze und jetzt auch einen Hauch Trüffel vermittelnd, das Schöne am Wein bleibt aber die ausufernde, reife, gar kompottige Frucht die sich in roten, blauen und auch schwarzen Beeren widerspiegelt. Ein Musigny – aus Pomerol. (18/20). 13: Ich hatte ihn an einem Lunch auf La Pointe neben dem superben 2001er - aus gleichem Hause - im Glas. Der 2000er scheint jetzt reif zu sein, zeigt viel Wärme (Malagatrauben), Pralinen und Cassis. Im Finale mit feinem Himbeer-Jogurhtouch. trinken ( - 2020)
92 Da James Suckling
An incredibly subtle and sexy nose of perfume, flowers, red fruits, and sliced plums. Full-bodied, yet refined and silky. This is delicious and pretty, and just starting to open up with flavors of tobacco, cedar, and cigar box. No need to wait.
92 Da James Sukling
An incredibly subtle and sexy nose of perfume, flowers, red fruits, and sliced plums. Full-bodied, yet refined and silky. This is delicious and pretty, and just starting to open up with flavors of tobacco, cedar, and cigar box. No need to wait.
90 Da Wine Spectator
Vivid aromas of berries, flowers and minerals follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with silky tannins and fresh, clean finish. Not the biggest Conseillante I have tasted, but refined and harmonious. This is getting expensive. Best after 2008. 5,000 cases made. –JS
90 Da Wine Spectator
Vivid aromas of berries, flowers and minerals follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with silky tannins and fresh, clean finish. Not the biggest Conseillante I have tasted, but refined and harmonious. This is getting expensive. Best after 2008. 5,000 cases made. –JS
La Conseillante made an excellent wine in 2001, another great one in 2005, and the estate hit home runs in both 2008 and, above all, in 2009. In fact, the latter vintage may well end up being the modern-day reference point for La Conseillante. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to be said for this 2000. An elegant, gentle style that is never a blockbuster, the 2000 La Conseillante has a deep ruby/plum/purple color and an unbelievably expressive nose of sweet kirsch liqueur intermixed with raspberries, incense, toast, and licorice. Full-bodied yet ethereal in the sense that it seems to combine power along with eloquence and delicacy, this is a beautifully pure wine that has just hit its plateau of full maturity, although ideally I think it would benefit strongly from another 4-5 years of bottle age and drink well for two to three decades.
