The supporting tannins are really quite fine and the mouth feel is definitely on the refined side because of it
There is a superb sense of underlying tension to the much more mineral-driven flavors that are also stunningly dense and powerful yet the bone dry and hugely long finish is an exercise in grace and harmony
Tasted at the Brane-Cantenac vertical at the château
All the classic Monfortino signatures come through in an epic
There is a faint hint of exoticism to the citrus blossom
Gould Campbell, Vintage Vintage:2000 The supporting tannins are reallyMedium deep ruby. Liqueur like aromas of black raspberry, black cherry, cassis, smoked meat, minerals and maple syrup. Juicy, intensely flavored and medium sweet; not unctuous but offers very good intensity and snap. Flavors of black fruits and licorice. A round, nicely balanced wine whose slightly fiery but persistent finish features rather fine tannins and good grip. Stephen Tanzer