Vinous - Score: 91-94 (May. 2000)

Perfumed, essence-of-cabernet aromas of cassis, griotte cherry, violet and spicy oak. Lush, thick and very dense, with sappy, very intense flavors of cassis, bitter chocolate and licorice. Wonderfully concentrated and vibrant—a comment on the strong potential in the Margaux region in this vintage. Powerful backbone hiding under the flesh. Finishes with sappy sweetness and terrific grip. Thoroughly ripe tannins explode to the far corners of the palate.